Protecting Darwin’s Finches from Invasive Parasitic Flies
Researchers will determine whether it would be safe to release a parasitic wasp in the Galapagos Islands to control a fly devastating young Darwin’s finches.
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Enhancing Captive Breeding of Endangered Lizards
Researchers will develop a genetic test to identify the sex of critically endangered Chinese crocodile lizards, a species that lacks distinct and obvious differences in sexual appearance.
Tackling a Deadly Emerging Disease in Salamanders
Researchers will determine whether an emerging and deadly salamander pathogen can be reliably detected in the DNA found in their housing environments to help improve disease monitoring in the live animal trade.
Establishing Effective Antifungal Medication Dosing in Alpacas
Researchers will determine appropriate dosing for the antifungal medication fluconazole, a treatment for coccidioidomycosis or Valley Fever, in alpacas.
Evaluating a Novel Non-antibiotic Product to Control Infections
Researchers will evaluate the use of platelet lysate, a natural blood-derived product, in its natural and gel form to help control infections in horses.
Assessing Antibiotic Use Following Colic Surgery
Researchers will conduct a small clinical trial to investigate any benefits of extending antibiotic administration beyond 24 hours in horses undergoing surgery for colic.
Understanding Diet and Insulin Dysregulation
Researchers will investigate diet-associated factors linked to the development of insulin dysregulation in horses.