Assessing Chronic Stress in Porpoises
Researchers will develop new tools to measure chronic stress in whales, dolphins and porpoises.
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Saving Mongolian Wildlife from Goat Plague Epidemic
Researchers will identify ways to stop the spread of an ongoing epidemic of peste des petits ruminants, also known as goat plague, that is threatening the survival of the critically endangered saiga antelope and other wild hoofed mammals in Mongolia.
Investigating Heart Disease Risk in Southern Sea Otters
Researchers will explore risk factors for cardiomyopathy, a chronic heart condition and an important cause of mortality in free-ranging southern sea otters.
Managing Tuberculosis in Wildlife
Researchers will identify genetic variations in different bacterial strains of tuberculosis affecting wildlife, an important first step toward developing new treatments formultiple species.
Ensuring Long-Term Survival of Endangered Cranes
Researchers will investigate the mechanisms influencing egg production success in endangered cranes to enhance conservation breeding and reintroduction programs.
Controlling Mange Epidemics in Endangered San Joaquin Kit Foxes
Researchers will develop and assess the effectiveness of a disease management strategy in endangered San Joaquin kit foxes with sarcoptic mange, a fatal skin disease in this species caused by burrowing mites.
Investigating Lead Exposure and Health Impact in Urban Birds
Researchers will investigate the impacts of sub-lethal lead exposure on physiology, behavior and reproductive success of the northern mockingbird in New Orleans.