Researchers claim major breakthrough in the fight to cure cystic fibrosis
Adelaide researchers believe their breakthrough in stem cell transplantation therapy, developed in mice, could eventually provide a cure for cystic fibrosis.
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Aquatics
Home / Animal Groups / Aquatics Animal Group: Aquatics Aquatic animals such as fish, frogs, squid, sea urchins, and horseshoe crabs have all helped researchers further the understanding of body processes and the effects of drugs, diseases and toxins. These animals are involved in a wide variety of…
Farm Animals
Home / Animal Groups / Farm Animals Animal Group: Farm Animals Farm animals make up less than 0.5% -less than one half of one percent- of animals in biomedical research. Species include dairy and beef cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, and horses. These animals are needed for a…
Dogs & Cats
Home / Animal Groups / Dogs & Cats Animal Group: Dogs & Cats Although dogs and cats represent less than 0.5% of all animals needed in research, they remain crucial to studies to alleviate serious conditions that affect both people and animals. Research with dogs has resulted in…
Other Animals
Home / Animal Groups / Other Animals Animal Group: Other Animals Each animal needed for research provides a model for a unique aspect of a study. For example, fruit flies share 75% of the genes that cause disease in humans and contribute to studies of human genetics. The…
Researchers regenerate muscle cells in mice with muscular dystrophy
Refined cells from a type of benign tumor regenerated skeletal muscle stem cells in mice with muscular dystrophy, according to a new study.
NIH-supported scientists reverse HIV and SIV latency in two animal models
Findings represent progress toward an HIV cure.
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Come See Our World Bringing Everyone into Research Facilities Species Highlight: Dogs Dogs are an essential part of developing new medicines for people and pets. We invite you to learn more about how these incredible animals are involved in advancing science. Species Highlight: Dogs Start Your Journey! Follow…