Vaping has become a popular alternative to smoking, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Nicotine, the addictive substance in both cigarettes and vapes, is a major health concern. To understand how vaping affects the body, scientists have turned to an unusual ally: rats. In the past
In the spring of 2024, South Carolina is gearing up for a crucial public health initiative. The state is hosting free or low-cost rabies vaccine clinics in March and April. These clinics are a joint effort between the South Carolina Department of Public Health and local veterinarians. The goal? To k
Zoos have changed a lot since the 1800s. They used to be all about fun and games, but now they focus more on teaching, protecting animals, and doing research. Let's talk about Choppers, a famous chimpanzee who starred in TV ads in the UK during the 1970s. She was a western chimpanzee, a type known f
The world of poultry farming is always looking for ways to improve efficiency and animal welfare. One big challenge is figuring out the gender of baby chicks as early as possible. This is super important for layer poultry production, where only female chickens are needed for egg-laying. Traditionall
Scientists have long thought that bigger animals should get more cancer. The idea is simple: more cells mean more chances for something to go wrong. So, elephants and whales should be cancer hotspots, right? Well, not so fast. For a long time, this idea didn't add up. Some small animals, like budgie
Scientists have created a mouse with mammoth-like fur. This is part of a bigger plan to bring back the woolly mammoth. The company behind this is using a technology called CRISPR. They found genes in mice that are similar to those in mammoths. Then, they edited the mouse embryos to have these genes.
Laboratory opossums, specifically Monodelphis domestica, play a big role in biomedical research. Keeping them healthy and happy means feeding them right. So, what's the best way to do that? Researchers looked into how opossums interact with their food and how different feeding methods affec
Antibiotics are powerful tools in keeping our furry friends healthy. But, using them too much or in the wrong way can cause big problems. This is especially true in Singapore, where pets like cats and dogs are common. The issue is that overuse of antibiotics can lead to something called antimicrobia
The world of scientific research is buzzing with uncertainty. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has proposed a significant cut in indirect costs reimbursements to research institutions. This move could have a huge impact on facilities that house and care for millions of research animals, like
TMJ osteoarthritis (TMJOA) is a common issue in patients with an anterior open bite and mandibular retrusion. This condition can lead to long-term stability problems. A new surgical technique, called mandibular autorotation concept (MAC) surgery, has been developed to address these issues. However
