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Development of an Advanced Bovine Embryo Culture
The Problem: Through advanced genetics, In vitro produced (IVP) cattle embryos can increase farm protein and milk production by improving important herd production traits for average daily gain and milk yield. Unfortunately, IVP cattle embryo development is limited by in vitro culture conditions including embryo culture media which are considered suboptimal.... (read more) -
Antigen discovery useful for vaccine and diagnostics in Leptospira
The Problem: Leptospirosis is bacterial zoonotic disease that affects both humans and animals. Canine leptospirosis can be a serious and life-threatening disease. Additionally, the infection rate for leptospirosis in dogs has been on the rise. Vaccines currently in use may only provide protection for up to 12 months. Diagnostic tests, such as MAT... (read more) -
Method to Detect Pregnancy and Early Embryonic Mortality in Cattle
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Blood Serum Test for Parelaphostrongylus Tenuis
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Staphylococcus Pseudintermedius Vaccine
The Problem: Staphylococcus pseudintermedius causes canine pyoderma (skin infection) and is frequently resistant to almost all antibiotics. Pyoderma represents nearly 500 million dollars in annual veterinary care, with an average visit cost of $175. S. pseudintermedius produces proteins that inhibit the ability of dogs to mount an effective immune... (read more) -
Suppression of feline herpes virus replication by RNA interference with siRNAs
The Technology:Researchers at the University of Tennessee have discovered a novel method to suppress feline herpesvirus replication. In the United States at least 71% of cats are seropositive for feline herpesvirus. The symptoms may be severe and can persist throughout the cat’s life despite the availability of vaccines and treatment. Vaccines... (read more) -
Universal Tobias Clip (UTclip)
The Problem:The traditional method of using sutures to close a large wound on a human or animal is time consuming and takes a great deal of patience. Additionally, large wound closures or dressing replacements on humans or animals can be difficult if the patient is uncooperative or the wound is in an awkward position. Anesthesia is often used to sedate... (read more) -
Detection of Contagious Demodex Mites in Cats
The Problem:Demodex gatoi mites infect cats and possibly other animals and cause an extremely itchy (pruritic) skin disease. Infections are difficult to diagnose because the mites are hard to find and they must be distinguished morphologically from other mite species. Detection is currently performed using a skin scraping technique which is insensitive... (read more)