On a mission for the next-generation load-bearing implants
In International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing, Prof. Amit Bandyopadhyay's team proposed a simple yet very effective solution to this problem. They suggested fortifying titanium (Ti) implants with 3 wt.% copper (Cu) via multi-material additive manufacturing, which not only inherently protects the implant against bacterial infection but also enhances biocompatibility by adding tantalum (Ta) to facilitate early-stage osseointegration.
World Food Program USA and the Zoetis Foundation: Advancing Climate Resiliency to Support Thriving Farmer Livelihoods
Farmers worldwide play a fundamental role in ensuring food security, bolstering economies and helping advance sustainable agricultural practices. As we confront challenges related to climate change and meet rising food and nutrition needs, it’s critical to understand how improved animal health and productivity can help enhance farmer livelihoods and contribute to achieving climate goals
Holiday Pet Spending Trends: A Deep Dive
The holiday season is synonymous with joy, festivities, and, for many, the spirit of giving extends to our beloved furry companions. In a trend that reflects the evolving dynamics of pet ownership, millennials, dubbed the "fur-baby-boom generation," are emerging as key players in the world of pet companionship. Surpassing other generations, 33% of U.S. households with pets are millennials, as revealed by the latest American Pet Products Association (APPA) National Pet Owners Survey.
Inequitable urban noise impacts people, wildlife
Ecological degradation exacerbates injustices against those living in formerly redlined areas, because people benefit from nature and wildlife, said Sara Bombaci, an author on the study and an assistant professor in CSU's Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology. Now illegal, redlining was the discriminatory practice of denying loans or services to those living in non-white neighborhoods.
From the Locker Room to the Neurology Ward: Dr. Gaemia Tracy's Journey to Healing
In the bustling town of Exton, Pennsylvania, Dr. Gaemia Tracy, a distinguished veterinary neurologist, is leaving an indelible mark on the lives of countless furry companions and their grateful families. However, behind his success lies a journey that weaves through the gridiron of college football, the hallowed halls of vet school, and the challenges of residency—all while maintaining an unwavering commitment to his passion for healing and an enduring love for the game of baseball.
Oral cancer clinical trial offers hope to dogs and their owners
Bambi is enrolled in a clinical trial at the Animal Cancer Care and Research Center in Roanoke, one of the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine’s three hospitals. In the clinical trial, veterinary radiation oncologist Ilektra Athanasiadi aims to evaluate the safety and feasibility of treating oral cancers with a device that delivers chemotherapy directly to the tumor.