Advancing the fight against canine cancer: New research projects to expand Morris Animal Foundation's work
Morris Animal Foundation announced the selection of eight new grant recipients who will advance the Foundation's commitment to improve the lives of dogs suffering from cancer through pioneering research initiatives.
Biotech Breakthrough: PhageLab Secures $11 Million to Combat Antibiotic Resistance in Livestock with Revolutionary Technology
PhageLab, a trailblazing biotechnology company, has just announced a monumental $11 million funding round, led by an impressive consortium including Nazca, Collaborative Fund, Water Lemon Ventures, and key individual investor Kevin Efrusy. This significant investment marks a major step forward in the company's mission to revolutionize the livestock industry by targeting and eradicating multidrug-resistant bacteria through innovative bacteriophage-based applications.
Biotech Breakthrough: Zivo Bioscience Unveils Revolutionary Non-Antibiotic Treatment for Poultry Disease
Zivo Bioscience, Inc., a pioneering biotech/agtech R&D company, has just announced a game-changing development in the battle against coccidiosis in broiler chickens. In a recent 42-day coccidiosis challenge study, the company's innovative immune-modulating treatment has shown remarkable efficacy, setting a new standard in poultry health management. This breakthrough product, designed for inclusion in poultry feed, enhances the birds' immune response, enabling them to effectively combat the debilitating effects of coccidiosis without relying on antibiotics.
Revolution in Dog Care: Carson & Bear Launches Breakthrough Wellness Program for Pooches
Austin, Texas, becomes the epicenter of a canine care revolution as Carson&Bear Dog Wellness Program unveils its national multifaceted wellness program, poised to transform the pet food industry and canine health. This technology-based initiative, driven by a dedicated team of veterinarians, scientists, and nutritionists, is not just a response to the dire need for improved dog care and longevity; it's a movement inspired by the founders' personal experiences and their deep commitment to enhancing the lives of dogs everywhere.
Revolutionary Breakthrough: Kansas State Professors Invent Groundbreaking Pain Relief Drug for Dogs
A team of four innovative professors at Kansas State University has achieved a remarkable milestone in veterinary medicine. Their development of a new drug designed to alleviate pain in dogs has not only received a patent but promises to transform how canine discomfort is managed. The collaborative effort of Butch KuKanich, professor of pharmacology; Kate KuKanich, a professor of small animal internal medicine; David Rankin, a clinical professor and head of veterinary anesthesiology; and Charles Locuson, director of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics or DMPK, in conjunction with Agios Pharmaceuticals, has led to this groundbreaking advancement.
Trust in Tatters: Veterinarians Among the Few Trusted Professions in Latest Ethics Poll
In a time when Americans' faith in various professions seems to be dwindling, veterinarians emerge as one of the few careers still holding a majority's trust, according to Gallup's 2023 Honesty and Ethics poll. This comprehensive survey, measuring the public's perception of honesty and ethical standards across 23 professions, reveals a general decline in trust levels compared to previous years, with only a handful of professions, including veterinarians, maintaining significant public confidence.