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Current Grant No. 02157-MOU: Genomics of Deafness in the Dalmatian Stem Cells: Effects of Donor Characteristics and ex vivo Expansion on Cell Pluripotency

February 7, 2023 / 74 / 0
Congenital deafness is a health issue that has higher prevalence in certain breeds, including the Dalmatian. Other studies in this breed have found the trait... Continue reading
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SIBLING PAIRS DEAFNESS STUDY

February 7, 2023 / 295 / 77
Hereditary deafness associated with white pigmentation occurs in numerous dog breeds. Because of quality-of-life concerns and in an effort to reduce the prevalence of deafness... Continue reading
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