Research Portfolio
We invite you to learn about the Foundation's research grants. The search feature and the table below represent the Foundation's complete research portfolio. You may search the complete list of grants by status (open/active or closed/inactive), research program area, and disease.
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Title |
Institution |
Investigator |
Status |
Research Program Area |
1312: Association mapping study of Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease in the West Highland White Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier, and Cairn Terriers | Clemson University | Alison Starr-Moss, PhD | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
01336A: Finding the Mutations that Increase Susceptibility to Transitional Cell Carcinoma in the Scottish Terrier, West Highland Terrier, and Shetland Sheepdog | Purdue University | Deborah Knapp, DVM | Closed | Oncology |
01317: Mutation Detection and Functional Analysis of Multiple Loci for Osteosarcoma | Broad Institute | Kerstin Lindblad-Toh, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
01093A: Positional Cloning of the Gene(s) for Gastric Cancer in the Chow Chow | National Human Genome Research Institute | Elaine A Ostrander, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
01248: Whole Genome Association Analyses for Cryptorchidism in Dogs | Iowa State University | Max F. Rothschild, PhD | Closed | Reproductive Conditions |
1313: Identification of a Genetic Marker for Familial Aortic Stenosis in the Rottweiler | Washington State University | Kathryn M Meurs, DVM, PhD | Closed | Cardiology |
1272: Isolation and Characterization of Canine Induced Pluripotential Stem Cells (iPS) | North Carolina State University | Jorge A Piedrahita, PhD | Closed | General Canine Health |
1268: Investigation to identify genes associated with canine immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia | University of Manchester | Lorna J. Kennedy, PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01336B: Finding the Mutations that Increase Susceptibility to Transitional Cell Carcinoma in the Scottish Terrier, West Highland Terrier, and Shetland Sheepdog | National Human Genome Research Institute | Elaine A Ostrander, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
01365-A: Multifaceted investigation into the characteristics of degenerative mitral valve disease in Norfolk Terriers: biomarkers, pedigree analysis, and DNA banking - PART 1 | University of Pennsylvania | Mark A. Oyama, DVM | Closed | Cardiology |
01366-A: Multifaceted investigation into the characteristics of degenerative mitral valve disease in Norfolk Terriers: nutritional and environmental characteristics - Part 2 | University of Pennsylvania | Mark A. Oyama, DVM | Closed | Cardiology |
01364-A: Heat shock protein 72 (HSP72) as a biomarker for acclimation to, and performance in high level physical activity in pure-bred military working dogs | Hebrew University of Jerusalem | Yaron Bruchim, DVM | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
01362-A: Investigation of the Genetics of Scottie Cramp: DNA Sample Collection | North Carolina State University | Natasha J Olby, VetMB PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01363-A: Comparison of Vitamin B6 levels in a Breed (the Bichon Frise dog) Predisposed to Calcium Oxalate Stones versus Healthy Dogs | Iowa State University | Albert E. Jergens, DVM, PhD | Closed | Kidney & Urological Disease |
01354-A: Heritability of Calcium Oxalate Urolithiasis in Miniature Schnauzers | University of Minnesota | Ned E. Patterson, DVM, PhD | Closed | Kidney & Urological Disease |
01355-A: Expression of Vascular Endothelial markers in Canine Hemangiosarcoma and their use in Diagnostic Cytology Using Immunocytochemistry | University of Illinois | Anne M Barger, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
01345-A: Circulating Isoforms of B-type Natriuretic Peptide and the Pathogenesis of Canine Heart Failure | University of Illinois | Phillip F. Solter, DVM, PhD | Closed | Cardiology |
01352-A: Detection of Brucella canis DNA in canine urine, semen and vaginal cells via qPCR Analysis | Iowa State University | Lin Kauffman, DVM | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01241-A: Detection of DNA damage in response to cooling storage in canine spermatozoa using single-cell gel electrophoresis (comet assay) | National University of La Plata | Cristina Gobello, DVM | Closed | Reproductive Conditions |
01233-A: Examining Hypoadrenocorticism in Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Utilizing Whole Genome SNP Association | University of California, Davis | Danika L Bannasch, DVM, PhD | Closed | Endocrinology |
01346-A: Genetic Basis of Sebaceous Adenitis in Dogs | University of Minnesota | Sandra N. Koch, DVM | Closed | Dermatology and Allergic Disease |
01344-A: Comparison of percentage of T regulatory cells in dogs with spontaneously occurring lymphoma following oral versus intravenous cyclophosphamide | University of Missouri, Columbia | Kimberly A. Selting, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01341-A: Sample Collection, Pedigree Analysis and Candidate Gene Screen for Protein-Losing Enteropathy in Yorkshire Terriers | Cornell University | Nate Sutter, PhD | Closed | Gastrointestinal Disease |
01239-A: SNP Chip Analyses for Canine Cryptorchidism | Iowa State University | Max F. Rothschild, PhD | Closed | Reproductive Conditions |
01244-A: DRB, DQA, and DQB Gene Sequencing and Allele Determination in the Pug Dog | Indiana University East | Kimberly A Greer, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01240-A: Development of a Diagnostic Method for Canine Atopic Dermatitis | Imulan Bio Therapeutics, LLC | Daniel A. Gingerich, DVM | Closed | Dermatology and Allergic Disease |
01231-A: Prevalence and Localization of Bartonella spp. in Vascular Tumors from Dogs | North Carolina State University | Edward B Breitschwerdt, DVM | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01235-A: Genome Wide Association Mapping to Identify Genes Associated with Hypoadrenocorticism in the Bearded Collie | University of California, Davis | Anita M. Oberbauer, PhD | Closed | Endocrinology |
01236-A: Hypothyroidism and Autoimmune Susceptibility Genes in the Bearded Collie | University of California, Davis | Anita M. Oberbauer, PhD | Closed | Endocrinology |
01197-A: Genetic Analysis of Alopecia X in Pomeranians and Keeshonden | University of Bern | Tosso Leeb, PhD | Closed | Dermatology and Allergic Disease |
01232-A: Investigation of NF-kB as a Therapeutic Target in Canine Lymphoma | University of Pennsylvania | Nicola J Mason, BVetMed, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01227-A: Specificity and Sensitivity of the Pancreatic Lipase Immunoreactivity (SPEC cPL) Test for the Diagnosis of Canine Pancreatitis | University of California, Davis | Stanley L. Marks, BVSc, PhD | Closed | Gastrointestinal Disease |
01226-A: Evaluation of Multidrug Resistance Genes in Primary Canine Lymphoma Cells Exposed to Enrofloxacin and Prednisolone | Auburn University | Annette N. Smith, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01220-A: Determination of Leishmania infantum Infection Rates in U.S. Foxhounds and Neapolitan Mastiffs via Serology and qPCR and Survey of Risk Factors for Visceral Leishmaniasis | Iowa State University | Christine A Petersen, DVM, PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
1099: Degenerate PCR for Detection of Viral, Bacterial, and Rickettsial Genera in Pugs and Maltese Dogs with Necrotizing and Granulomatous Meningoencephalitis | University of Georgia | Scott J Schatzberg, DVM, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01151: Molecular Basis of Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia | University of Pennsylvania | Paula S. Henthorn, PhD | Closed | Cardiology |
01147: Identifying Mutations in Genes Associated with Canine Hemangiosarcoma | Tufts University | Chieko Azuma, DVM PhD | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
01188-A: Capacity for Respiratory-Based Thermoregulation in Brachycephalic Breeds | Oklahoma State University | Michael Scott Davis, DVM | Closed | Lung and Respiratory Disease |
1137: Eradication of Cairn Terrier Ocular Melanosis | Michigan State University | Simon M. Petersen-Jones, DVM, PhD | Closed | Ophthalmology |
01213-A: Determination of Outcome Measures for Clinical Progression and Morphometric Studies of Spinal Cord Disease in Degenerative Myelopathy Dogs | University of Missouri, Columbia | Joan R. Coates, DVM | Closed | Neurology |
01139: Immune Targeting of Canine Hemangiosarcoma Using a Canine Derived Single Chain Antibody Approach | University of Pennsylvania | Nicola J Mason, BVetMed, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
01113: Canine Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: Characterization and Prognostic Value of Cancer Stem Cells | University of Minnesota | Timothy D. O'Brien, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
1130: Measurement of Minimal Residual Disease Using Real Time PCR in Canine Lymphoma | Colorado State University | Susan E. Lana, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01142: Cutting Balloon Valvuloplasty for Dogs with Subaortic Stenosis | University of Florida | Amara H. Estrada, DVM | Closed | Cardiology |
961: Medical Surveillance of Dogs Deployed to the World Trade Center and the Pentagon | University of Pennsylvania | Cynthia M. Otto, DVM, PhD | Closed | General Canine Health |
01152: Liposomal Bisphosphonate Therapy for Malignant Histiocytosis | Colorado State University | Steven W. Dow, DVM PhD | Closed | Oncology |
01105: Understanding the Dynamics of Canine Influenza Virus Transmission in Dog Populations and Intervention Strategies for Reducing Transmission | University of Florida | Cynda Crawford, DVM, PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01212-A: Phenotypic Characterization of Peripheral Nerve Disease in Degenerative Myelopathy Dogs | University of Missouri, Columbia | Joan R. Coates, DVM | Closed | Neurology |
00762: The Mapping and Characterization of Canine Epilepsy Loci | University of Missouri, Columbia | Gary S. Johnson, DVM PhD | Closed | Epilepsy Initiative |
01190-A: Frequency of the Exercise-Induced Collapse Gene in Diverse Breeds | University of Minnesota | James R. Mickelson, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
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