Using a Virus to Treat Lymphoma in Cats
SUMMARY: Researchers will investigate if a virus can treat lymphoma in cats. THE PROBLEM:Lymphoma is one of the most common types of cancer in cats. Current treatment options, such as...
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Evaluating Novel Therapies for Urinary Tract Infections
SUMMARY: Researchers will investigate new ways to treat E. coli urinary tract infections in cats. THE PROBLEM:Feline urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a common reason cats need antibiotics, with E...
Harnessing Stem Cells for Blood Transfusions
SUMMARY: Researchers will investigate the use of pluripotent stem cells to generate red blood cells suitable for transfusion. THE PROBLEM:Red blood cell (RBC) transfusions are a vital treatment for animals...
Using Big Data to Analyze Treatment of Respiratory Infections
SUMMARY: Researchers will investigate the antibiotic prescription practices of veterinarians treating upper respiratory infections in cats. THE PROBLEM:Antibiotics are vital for treating bacterial infections in cats, but they can cause...
Investigating a Deadly Viral Disease of Cats
SUMMARY: Researchers will investigate the incidence of “staggering disease” occurrence in the United States. THE PROBLEM: In May of 2023, a sick mountain lion was reported to Colorado Parks and...
Improving the Cat Genome
SUMMARY: Researchers will fill gaps in our knowledge of the feline genome (DNA sequence). THE PROBLEM:The analysis of complete genomes from cats has proven instrumental in the diagnosis and treatment...
FCoV-23 Biobank
This biobanking core will provide support to the overall FCoV-23 Center of Excellence for sample collection in Cyprus, archiving, and storage. Subject to shipping considerations (especially for international transport and...