Assessing Chronic Stress in Porpoises
Researchers will develop new tools to measure chronic stress in whales, dolphins and porpoises.
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Understanding Stingray Reproductive Disease
Researchers will investigate whether reproductive disease in southern stingrays is linked to obesity.
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.
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.
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.
Developing a Vaccine Strategy for Lethal Disease in Young Elephants
Researchers will identify candidate viral proteins that will be used to help develop a vaccine against elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus, a lethal hemorrhagic disease in young elephants.
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.