Beagles have been important for many medical advancements, from understanding body systems and disease processes to the development of new medicines and treatments for both people and animals. Researchers, veterinarians and animal caregivers work together to provide for the needs of these amazing animals. Toys are provided and rotated regularly…
View and ShareRabbits in this research facility are socially housed in runs with paper bedding, tunnels, dividers, toys, and treats, providing them with opportunities to hop, dig, play and forage for treats. The rabbits are identified with non-toxic ear markers that allow caregivers and researchers to track them and their progress on…
View and ShareThousands of axons grew from the transplants and connected to damaged primate tissue, the first such demonstration in primates.
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Read MoreAdelaide researchers believe their breakthrough in stem cell transplantation therapy, developed in mice, could eventually provide a cure for cystic fibrosis.
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Read MoreA team of scientists wants to accelerate research into a genetic disorder by using CRISPR to copy unique mutations from affected children into pigs. [caption id="attachment_977" align="alignright" width="291"] A gene-edited pig with an NF-1 mutation. Photo credit: Jeff Miller / University of Wisconsin-Madison[/caption] When Charles Konsitzke and Dhanu Shanmuganayagam…
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