Senior dogs' health, wellness focus of new research projectsNovember 24, 2022Age-associated inflammation, the potential impact of exercise on frailty, and the effect of heavy metal exposure on cognition in senior dogs are among the topics set to be explored via funding from Morris Animal Foundation.
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$50K student scholarship seeks applicantsNovember 23, 2022Zoetis Foundation and the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) have announced the AAVMC Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship, which will provide $50,000 to a veterinary student interested in pursuing an advanced degree in basic or clinical research.
Service dogs' impact on children with ASD to be exploredNovember 15, 2022Service dog training and its impact on children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families is set to be explored in a new study supported by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)
The value of EBVM and a move forwardOctober 20, 2022One of the key elements of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is the need to regularly review and update our understanding and practices as new evidence is developed.
Limb-sparing options for osteosarcoma-diagnosed dogs to be exploredJuly 28, 2022The Morris Animal Foundation-funded project will investigate limb-sparing options for large- and giant-breed dogs diagnosed with osteosarcoma. Ultimately, researchers hope to advance the treatment of and improve the prognosis for dogs receiving radiation treatment for this type of cancer.
Nose spray could prevent, treat COVID in humansMarch 31, 2022A nasal-spray treatment developed by a virologist at Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine may help prevent COVID illness in humans, as well as reduce severity of and mortality from post-infection.
Why research can be so satisfyingNovember 16, 2021The heart of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is, of course, evidence.
Canine epilepsy studies score fundingNovember 2, 2021In honor of Epilepsy Awareness Month, the AKC Canine Health Foundation has awarded grants totaling more than $375,000.
Veterinary virologists get $3.7M grant for COVID researchAugust 30, 2021A five-year, $3.7-million grant supporting the research of a new COVID treatment has been issued to veterinary virologists at Kansas State University (K-State).
Canine stress linked to owner-pet relationshipMay 19, 2021A dog’s relationship with its owner can impact its long-term stress level.