Multidisciplinary Study Finds Estrogen Could Aid In Therapies For Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers studied the protective effects of estradiol and estriol on the myelin sheath. About 100,000 of the estimated million people in the United States with multiple sclerosis (MS) have a progressive form of the disease, with symptoms that worsen continuously or after periods of remission. “Progressive MS is profoundly challenging because it is relentless and […]
The Olive Branch: Researchers Harness Expertise To Study Granddaughter’s Rare Bone Condition
A pair of VMBS scientists have been working to bring hope to families everywhere by dedicating their efforts to understanding a rare genetic disorder. As a toddler, Olive walked in a way that her grandmother, Dr. Dana Gaddy, described as an exaggerated “waddle.” But this wasn’t the “waddle” of an infant learning to walk — […]
Veterinary Student Discovers Passion For Science By Studying Feedlot Lagoons At VERO
Kourtney Mayfield has had a thirst for knowledge for as long as she can remember. Her curiosity and passion for learning have led her to consider multiple career paths — including linguistics, anthropology, and serving at the United Nations. More recently, her curiosity led her to biomedical research through the Veterinary Medical Scientist Research Training […]
Harnessing The Power Of Clay To Protect Communities From Toxins
From microplastics to heavy metals and forever chemicals, people are more aware than ever of the potential dangers lurking in food, water, and household items. But thanks to researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), the answer to these concerns may be right under our feet. Dr. Timothy Phillips, […]
Texas A&M-Led Research Collaboration Studies How To Prevent Miscarriages In Horses
Horse breeding is a time- and resource-intensive process, with the average successful pregnancy often costing thousands of dollars in veterinary care, stud fees, and breeding. Because horse pregnancies last almost an entire year, owners and breeders often have to wait a long time to see if their efforts will pay off. As a result, if […]
Gut, Lungs, Bones: Texas A&M Researchers Unveil Complex Interactions That Protect Foals From Pneumonia
New research shows how bacteria administered to foals via feeding tubes trigger an unexpected response in respiratory immune cells. Foal pneumonia is one of the leading causes of disease and death in foals, with severe cases being most commonly caused by the bacterium Rhodococcus equi (R. equi). Previous studies from researchers at Texas A&M University […]
Researchers Urge For U.S. Recognition Of Chagas As Endemic
Perspective article warns that underestimating Chagas’ threat risks diagnosis time, treatment, and surveillance. Texas A&M University, the University of Florida, and the Texas Department of State Health Services researchers say the time is now to recognize Chagas disease as endemic in the U.S. The multi-institutional team’s perspective article, published in the Centers for Disease Control […]
Texas A&M Researcher Uses ‘Brita Filter For Blood’ To Save Horses From Sepsis
Originally developed to treat human patients with COVID-19, hemoperfusion may be the new answer to treating horses with sepsis, snakebites, and other blood-related conditions. Sepsis, a severe reaction to a bacterial infection, is among the most common and life-threatening conditions in horses, especially foals, whose immune systems are still developing. Approximately 60-70% of horses with […]
International Veterinary Student Explores Innovative Bovine Respiratory Disease Research Techniques At VERO
A new technology called adaptive sampling may be the key to improving the accuracy of microbial analysis in BRD research. Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) is a global threat to beef and dairy production — in the United States alone, BRD costs the cattle industry around $1 billion annually in prevention, management, and treatment fees, as […]
Texas A&M Researchers Investigate Salmonella Transmission To Protect Veterinary Hospitals
Researchers at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) understand that it takes a team effort to solve complex problems. As such, veterinarians and scientists from the VMBS’ College Station campus are collaborating with their colleagues at the Veterinary Education, Research, & Outreach (VERO) campus in Canyon to tackle global challenges. […]
