‘Teen’ bats most likely to spread mutant coronaviruses
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‘Teen’ bats most likely to spread mutant coronaviruses

Raina Plowright, professor in Cornell’s Department of Public and Ecosystem Health, and colleagues unveiled new insights into the natural dynamics of coronaviruses circulating in wild bats, which are their reservoir hosts, in a new Nature Communications paper. When young bats are weaned, they’re more prone to viral infections, and more likely to shed those viruses into the environment.

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Cornell Emerges as National Hub for Veterinary AI Innovation
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Cornell Emerges as National Hub for Veterinary AI Innovation

As artificial intelligence reshapes medical fields nationwide, Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is establishing itself as a driving force in adapting these technologies for animal health. The institution’s leadership in this emerging field was recently highlighted through two significant developments: a groundbreaking special journal issue and preparations for its second annual AI symposium that promises to expand the frontiers of veterinary innovation.

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Have you read the latest? Check out Vet Candy Magazine’s March issue
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Have you read the latest? Check out Vet Candy Magazine’s March issue

Discover the March edition of Vet Candy Magazine, where we uncover groundbreaking medical feats and tackle pressing issues in the veterinary community. Dr. Jennifer Hennessey's journey from ER to bodybuilding stage is a testament to resilience. Dive into stories on wellness initiatives at Texas A&M, Penn Vet students advocating for change, and miraculous pet recoveries. Plus, shocking findings on secondhand smoke's impact on pets' health. Get inspired by the incredible world of veterinary medicine!

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Is This the Breakthrough Cure for Dog Cancer We've Been Waiting For? Cornell's New Study Sparks Hope
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Is This the Breakthrough Cure for Dog Cancer We've Been Waiting For? Cornell's New Study Sparks Hope

In a groundbreaking trial that's catching the eyes of pet owners and veterinarians alike, the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) is on the brink of a medical breakthrough that could change the way we treat one of the most aggressive cancers in dogs: oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). This cancer, notorious for its rapid progression and devastating impact on dogs' jaws and overall health, might finally meet its match in a new drug treatment that promises to be less invasive and more hopeful than the current, often disheartening surgical options.

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