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.
If you are interested in a specific research program area, browse the recently funded research by program area.
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Title |
Institution |
Investigator |
Status |
Research Program Area |
00935B: Positional Cloning of Two Genes for Malignant Histiocytosis (MH) in the Bernese Mountain Dog | CNRS - University of Rennes | Catherine Andre, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
960: Identification of Genes That Cause Liver Copper Toxicosis | University of Alberta | Andrew Mason, PhD | Closed | Hepatic Disease |
00935A: Positional Cloning of Two Genes for Malignant Histiocytosis (MH) in the Bernese Mountain Dog | National Human Genome Research Institute | Elaine A Ostrander, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
01194-A: Role of Hypoxia-Related Factors in Dog Glioblastoma Invasion | Texas A&M University | George Stoica, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
917: Genetic Determinants of Canine Epilepsy in the Border Collie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier | University of Manchester | William E.R. Ollier, PhD | Closed | Epilepsy Initiative |
01192-A: Metabolism and Action of Gemcitabine in Canine Osteosarcoma Cell Lines | University of California, Davis | Carlos O. Rodriguez Jr, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
00615B: Heritable and Sporadic Genetic Lesions in Canine Lymphoma | North Carolina State University | Matthew Breen, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01063-A: Knee Kinematics, Kinetics and Neuromuscular Patterns in Labrador Retrievers at Low Risk to Cranial Cruciate Disease | University of Illinois | Dominique J. Griffon, DVM, PhD | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
01186-A: Evaluation of the Soft Tissue Compartments of the Canine Manus | Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine | Jeryl C. Jones, DVM, PhD | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
01046-A: The Relevance of Ezrin in the Metastatic Progression of Canine Osteosarcoma | National Cancer Institute | Sung Hyeok Hong, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
00613: The Prognostic Significance of Chromosome Aneuploidy in Canine Lymphoma | North Carolina State University | Matthew Breen, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01185-A: Hemophilia A in Golden Retrievers - Search for the Causative Mutation | Cornell University | Marjory B. Brooks, DVM | Closed | Blood Disorders |
00947A: Heritable and Sporadic Genetic Lesions in Canine Osteosarcoma | North Carolina State University | Matthew Breen, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
01062-A: Knee Kinematics, Kinetics and Neuromuscular Patterns in Labrador Retrievers Predisposed to Cranial Cruciate Disease | University of Illinois | Dominique J. Griffon, DVM, PhD | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
00947B: Heritable and Sporadic Genetic Lesions in Canine Osteosarcoma | University of Minnesota | Jaime F Modiano, VMD, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
01187-A: The Role of mTOR in Canine Lymphoma | University of California, Davis | Michael S. Kent, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Lymphoma |
01178-A: Radiosensitization of Canine Osteosarcoma with Rapamycin | University of California, Davis | Michael S. Kent, DVM | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
01180-A: The Prognostic Value of Various Cerebrospinal Fluid Biomarkers in Dogs with Acute Thoracolumbar Disk Herniation | Texas A&M University | Gwendolyn J. Levine, DVM | Closed | Neurology |
01168-A: Identifying Mutations in Genes Associated with Canine Hemangiosarcoma: Denser Fine Mapping of the Associated Locus in Chromosome 5 | Tufts University | Chieko Azuma, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
919: Molecular Genetic Characterization of Canine Cystinuria for the Development of Carrier Tests | University of Pennsylvania | Paula S. Henthorn, PhD | Closed | Kidney & Urological Disease |
972: Identification of Mutations Associated with Hereditary Cataracts in Northern Breeds | Animal Health Trust | Cathryn S Mellersh, PhD | Closed | Ophthalmology |
01179-A: Evaluation of Fungal Flora in Normal and Diseased Canine Ears | Dermatology for Animals | Jacquelyn J Campbell, DVM | Closed | General Canine Health |
963: Genotyping Small Breed Dogs with Portosystemic Vascular Anomalies and Microvascular Dysplasia | Cornell University | Sharon A. Center, DVM | Closed | Hepatic Disease |
01175-A: Pilot Investigation of the Causes of Hemangiosarcoma in Clumber Spaniels | Van Andel Research Institute | Nicholas S. Duesbery, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
01076-A: Determine Genomic Region Associated with Sebaceous Adenitis in the Standard Poodle | Animal Health Trust | Cathryn S Mellersh, PhD | Closed | Dermatology and Allergic Disease |
945: Mucosal Gene Expression Profiles in Canine Inflammatory Bowel Disease | Iowa State University | Albert E. Jergens, DVM, PhD | Closed | Gastrointestinal Disease |
954: Identification of Genes Causing Chiari I Malformation with Syringomelia in the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel | University of Montreal | Zoha Kibar, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01160-A: Development of Contract-Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Angiography for the Diagnosis of Congenital Vascular Liver Disease in Dogs | University of Pennsylvania | Wilfried Mai, DVM PhD | Closed | Hepatic Disease |
934: Investigation of Inherited Diseases of the German Shepherd Dog Using the SNP Array | Texas A&M University | Leigh Anne Clark, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01159-A: Detection of Brucellosis canis DNA in Canine Blood Via qPCR Analysis | Iowa State University | Christine A Petersen, DVM, PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01077-A: Characterization of a P-Type ATPase, an Integral Membrane Protein in Dog Adipose Tissue: a Novel Target for Metabolic Diseases in Mammals | University of Tennessee | Madhu S. Dhar, PhD | Closed | Endocrinology |
01169-A: Identifying Mutations in Genes Associated with Canine Hemangiosarcoma: Denser Fine Mapping of the Associated Locus in Chromosome 26 | Tufts University | Chieko Azuma, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology - Hemangiosarcoma |
976: Investigating the Role of STAT3 Activation in Canine Osteosarcoma | Ohio State University | Cheryl A. London, DVM PhD | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
925: Identification of Mutations Causing Hereditary Cerebellar Cortical Degeneration in American Staffordshire Terriers and Old English Sheepdogs | North Carolina State University | Natasha J Olby, VetMB PhD | Closed | Neurology |
1004: Syringomyelia in the Brussels Griffon: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings, Clinicopathology, and Prevalence | University of Georgia | Marc Kent, DVM | Closed | Neurology |
982: Evaluation of Efficacy of Fasaret in Dogs with Osteosarcoma | ApopLogic Pharmaceuticals, LLC | Don Bellgrau, Ph.D. | Closed | Oncology - Osteosarcoma |
975: Characterization and Modulation of Canine Mast Cell Derived Eicosanoids | Ohio State University | Cheryl A. London, DVM PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01083-A: Exfoliative Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (Lupoid Dermatosis) in the German Shorthaired Pointer | University of Pennsylvania | Margret L Casal, DVM, PhD | Closed | Immunology and Infectious Disease |
01075-A: Description and Characterization of a Hair Coat Disorder in Schipperkes | Iowa State University | Elizabeth R. May, DVM | Closed | Dermatology and Allergic Disease |
01064-A: Immunocytochemical Detection and siRNA-Mediated Knockdown of Survivin in Canine Lymphoma | Colorado State University | Douglas H Thamm, VMD | Closed | Oncology |
01074-A: The Role of Enteropathogenic Bacteria in Diarrhea in Racing Alaskan Sled Dogs | Oregon State University | Erica McKenzie, PhD | Closed | Gastrointestinal Disease |
920: Genetic Basis of Polyneuropathy in Leonbergers | University of Minnesota | James R. Mickelson, PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01052-A: Whole Genome Association Mapping of Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC) of the Digit in the Standard Poodle | National Human Genome Research Institute | Elaine A Ostrander, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
908: Serotonin Type 2A Receptor Antagonist Therapy for Preventing the Progression of Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease | University of Pennsylvania | Mark A. Oyama, DVM | Closed | Cardiology |
927: Gene Discovery in Hereditary Cerebellar Abiotrophy of Scottish Terriers | North Carolina State University | Natasha J Olby, VetMB PhD | Closed | Neurology |
01056-A: Determine the Effect of Stenotic Nares on the Development of the Brachycephalic Syndrome in Brachycephalic Dogs | Michigan State University | Joe G. Hauptman, DMV | Closed | Lung and Respiratory Disease |
00970: Tissue Regeneration Using Canine Mesenchymal Stem Cells: Effects of Donor Characteristics and ex vivo Expansion on Cell Pluripotency | University of Pennsylvania | Susan W. Volk, VMD, PhD | Closed | General Canine Health |
00847-A: Mapping and Identification of the Mutation Responsible for Epilepsy in the Chinook | University of Missouri, Columbia | Gary S. Johnson, DVM, PhD | Closed | Epilepsy Initiative |
01066-A: Predictive Serum Biomarkers for Canine Endurance Exercise | Oklahoma State University | Michael Scott Davis, DVM | Closed | Musculoskeletal Conditions and Disease |
01054-A: Adult NeurogenesisA Source of Dog Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBMs) Brain Tumor Development | Texas A&M University | George Stoica, DVM, PhD | Closed | Oncology |
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