Stories indexed under: Animal research

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  • Researchers discover possible key to degenerative nerve diseases Nov. 16, 2011 Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and collaborators have discovered a powerful new protein in the eye of the fruit fly that may shed light on blinding diseases and other sensory problems in humans.
  • Photo of Muriqui monkey mother Study: Monkey mothers key to reproductive success of sons Nov. 7, 2011 If you are a male human, nothing puts a damper on romantic success like having your mother in tow. If you are a male northern muriqui monkey, however, mom’s presence may be your best bet to find and successfully mate with just the right girl at the right time, according to a study reported by UW–Madison anthropologist Karen B. Strier.
  • Liquid crystal droplets discovered to be exquisitely sensitive to an important bacterial lipid May 19, 2011 In the computer displays of medical equipment in hospitals and clinics, liquid crystal technologies have already found a major role. But a discovery reported from the University of Wisconsin-Madison suggests that micrometer-sized droplets of liquid crystal, which have been found to change their ordering and optical appearance in response to the presence of very low concentrations of a particular bacterial lipid, might find new uses in a range of biological contexts.
  • Noted primate researcher to discuss animal research March 25, 2011 On Tuesday, March 29, University of Wisconsin-Madison psychology professor Charles Snowdon will discuss his decades of research on a small new-world monkey called the cotton-top tamarin.
  • New date set for animal research forum March 10, 2011 In response to student requests, a talk by Charles Snowdon, University of Wisconsin-Madison psychology professor, entitled "The Cotton-top Tamarin: Research for Conservation and Understanding Human Behavior," has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 29. The talk had been set for spring break.
  • Neuroscientist raises questions in first animal research forum Feb. 23, 2011 In the hunt for some middle ground between animal researchers and animal rights advocates, Larry Hansen thinks what’s missing is … the middle ground.
  • Forums to focus on ethics of animal research Feb. 11, 2011 Three forums on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus will highlight the ethics of animal research, Eric Sandgren, an associate professor of pathobiological sciences, announced today.
  • Technology going back to the dogs at UW School of Veterinary Medicine Jan. 6, 2011 Marty Croak was diagnosed with head and neck cancer in May 2009. A lump near his ear prompted him to see a physician.
  • Photo: Mouse and molecule model Scientists ferret out a key pathway for aging Nov. 18, 2010 A team of scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and their colleagues describe a molecular pathway that is a key determinant of the aging process.
  • For first time, monkeys recognize themselves in the mirror, indicating self-awareness Sept. 29, 2010 Typically, monkeys don't know what to make of a mirror. They may ignore it or interpret their reflection as another, invading monkey, but they don't recognize the reflection as their own image. Chimpanzees and people pass this "mark" test - they obviously recognize their own reflection and make funny faces, look at a temporary mark that the scientists have placed on their face or wonder how they got so old and grey.
  • Planning moves forward on UW-Madison research animal forums Sept. 10, 2010 Planning is moving ahead on a series of community forums that aim to provide a window into the use of animals in research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
  • New director takes over at Primate Center Sept. 8, 2010 It is not likely, by a long shot, to be his biggest challenge, but reorienting his collegiate athletic allegiances and keeping peace in the family will be one pressing priority for neurophysiologist Jon Levine, the Northwestern University researcher who takes the reins of the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center (WNPRC) this month.
  • Inherited brain activity predicts childhood risk for anxiety Aug. 11, 2010 A new study focused on anxiety and brain activity pinpoints the brain regions that are relevant to developing childhood anxiety.
  • Screen yields drugs that could help treat fatal brain disorder July 19, 2010 Using novel screens to sort through libraries of drugs already approved for use in human patients, a team of Wisconsin researchers has identified several compounds that could be used to treat a rare and deadly neurological disorder.
  • Monkey generosity: No strings attached July 13, 2010 Among monkeys that split child care responsibilities, sharing extends to dinnertime, but grudges do not, according to research published July 14 in Proceedings of the Royal Society B.
  • Hormone study finds monkeys in long-term relationship look strangely human July 12, 2010 Monkeys in enduring relationships show a surprising correspondence in their levels of oxytocin, a key behavioral hormone, according to research published online June 28 in the journal Hormones and Behavior.
  • Canine influenza vaccine found effective against secondary infections July 8, 2010 Recent research by Ron Schultz, professor and chair of the Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, has shown the newly approved Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) vaccine to be effective not only in reducing length, severity and spread of the virus, but also in protecting against secondary infections.
  • Photo of Northern muriqui monkeys Life history database aids wild primate studies April 22, 2010 Karen Strier can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that much of her life's work is now safe.
  • UW researchers develop new model for macular degeneration March 12, 2010 Exposing albino rats to moderately intense light has produced a new animal model for the most common cause of severe vision loss in humans.
  • UW-Madison heart stem cell study among top research advances Jan. 22, 2010