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How dogs are used in research - EARA feature
EARA has updated itsย feature article ย about the use of dogs in biomedical research with recent case studies and video. The latest EU...
The European Animal Research Association
Apr 71 min read
New genetic clue to obesity in dogs and humans
Scientists in the UK have discovered small changes in the DNA of Labrador dogs, also found in humans, that could lead to more effective...
Inรชs Serrenho
Mar 172 min read
Podcast highlights need for transparency inย research using animals
A Canadian researcher has given some fascinating insights into the critical and controversial role of animal research, specifically in...
Nuno Gonรงalves
Jan 131 min read
Video on dog breeding for research
A video has been published showcasing the well-being and regulations involved in the breeding of dogs for scientific research in the UK,...
Nuno Gonรงalves
Jun 17, 20241 min read
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria risk for pet owners
Research from Portugal has revealed that cats and dogs can transmit antibiotic-resistant bacteria to their owners.
Nuno Gonรงalves
Apr 19, 20241 min read
Dog study unveils cancer vaccine promise
Researchers from the US have developed a cancer vaccine able to slow or halt the progression of certain cancers in dogs. Cancer remains a...
Nuno Gonรงalves
Apr 8, 20241 min read
Lab-grown dog skin for vet treatments
Researchers in Germany have developed the first laboratory dog skin, for use in testing medical treatments and care products for dogs....
Nuno Gonรงalves
Feb 26, 20241 min read
False UK media claims on animal research corrected
A UK national newspaper has been ordered to correct an article by its regulator, after it falsely claimed that there is โimmenseโ...
Gege Li
Dec 18, 20232 min read
Cancer treatment for golden retrievers?
A gene in dogs linked to increased lifespan may also lead to cancer treatments for humans and animals. US researchers, at the University...
Gege Li
Nov 27, 20231 min read
Bladder cancer insights from cats & dogs
Studies on pet cats and dogs, with natural bladder cancer, have revealed important gene mutations, shared with humans which may lead to...
Gege Li
Sep 11, 20231 min read
Dogs & cats for Alzheimerโs studies
Pet dogs and cats may be better models for Alzheimerโs research than the animals currently used, according to a new article. Researchers...
Gege Li
Jul 3, 20231 min read
Anxiety is similar in dogs and humans
Dogs with anxiety have similar behaviours and brain changes as humans with the condition, new research has found. The study at EARA...
Gege Li
Mar 17, 20231 min read
FDA Modernization Act 2.0 โ what, if anything, has changed in US regulations?
New legislation in the US has been hailed by animal rights groups as a ban on animal testing โ in reality, very little has changed. EARA...
The European Animal Research Association
Mar 9, 20236 min read
New cancer treatment for dogs
A new type of cancer treatment for dogs has been used to treat and cure the disease. Using pet dogs with an existing cancer, researchers...
Gege Li
Feb 6, 20231 min read
Cancer research for humans and dogs
The US news programme 60 Minutes has aired an episode on the key role research using dogs plays in the search for drugs and treatments...
Gege Li
Dec 5, 20221 min read
Gene editing and the role of animal studies
EARA has published an article that looks at how gene editing technology has revolutionised the way scientists investigate the cause of...
Bob Tolliday
Jul 27, 20221 min read
Biomedical sector in Spain welcomes 2019 EU figures on animal research
The Spanish biomedical research sector has welcomed the publication of comprehensive statistics (2019), from across the EU, including...
Bob Tolliday
Jul 19, 20223 min read
Biomedical sector in Netherlands welcomes 2019 EU figures on animal research
The Dutch biomedical research sector has welcomed the publication of comprehensive statistics (2019), from across the EU, including the...
Bob Tolliday
Jul 19, 20223 min read
Biomedical sector in Italy welcomes 2019 EU figures on animal research
The Italian biomedical research sector has welcomed today the publication of comprehensive statistics (2019), from across the EU,...
Bob Tolliday
Jul 19, 20223 min read
Biomedical sector in France welcomes 2019 EU figures on animal research
The French biomedical research sector has welcomed today the publication of comprehensive statistics for 2019, from across the EU,...
Bob Tolliday
Jul 19, 20223 min read
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