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Mitochondria are tiny structures inside cells that convert nutrients and oxygen into energy (ATP). In pets and people, they power the heart, brain, muscles and other organs, regulate cell life and death, and play a key role in aging and disease.

June 24, 2026 — Morris Animal Foundation has awarded grants to 23 promising veterinary students from around the globe through the latest round of its Veterinary Student Scholar program.

June 16, 2026 — Gastrointestinal lymphoma is now one of the most common cancers in cats, and a new Foundation-funded study is using cutting-edge gene mapping technology to improve diagnosis and open the door to better treatment options.

Updated June 10, 2026 – Learn what's new with the Hemangiosarcoma Initiative, a multiyear effort to advance the prevention, detection and treatment of, and potentially cures for, this devastating cancer.

Updated June 10, 2026 — Hemangiosarcoma is one of the deadliest cancers affecting dogs. Dog owners need to know the latest information on this terrible disease.

Updated May 19, 2026 – There are steps you can take now to help protect your pet from cancer. Here are some ways you can help your pet live a longer, healthier life.

Updated May 19, 2026 — Histiocytic sarcoma is a rare, but deadly, cancer affecting dogs. Understanding the basics of this cancer is important for all dog owners!