Pet Age Staff //February 1, 2017//
Morris Animal Foundation, which is committed to solving the critical health problems of animals around the world, announced five newly funded studies to improve feline health. The scope of the studies covers critical health challenges—from a deadly infectious disease to cancer and more.
Through the grants, totaling nearly $568,000, the Foundation is supporting five research teams at four universities, including the University of Illinois; Colorado State University; North Carolina State University; and the University of California, Davis.
The Foundation’s Small Animal Scientific Advisory Board reviewed all submitted grant applications and selected—based on scientific merit and impact—the studies with the greatest potential to save lives, preserve health and advance veterinary care. Feline studies funded for 2017 in the 2016 grant cycle include:
“There are very few funding sources for research into the diseases that impact our domestic cats,” said Dr. Barbara Wolfe, chief scientific officer at the Foundation. “With the announcement of these newest grants, Morris Animal Foundation continues to support critical research that will advance veterinary care for our companion cats, and help them enjoy longer, healthier lives.”