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Stories From February 2012

Fruit Flies, Mice and How Their Genetic Codes Can Help You

In the past two weeks, NC State geneticists Trudy Mackay and David Threadgill, working with collaborators from across the globe, have published landmark scientific papers and made available new resources that will make it easier for researchers to tease out the links between an organism’s genetic blueprint and its behavior or traits.

Doggie Donor

Dogs were crucial to the development of donor bone marrow transplants as treatments for people with leukemia. NC State veterinarians recently returned the favor by performing their first transplant to carry marrow from one dog to another.

Cancer Survivor Gets New Knee

Doctors at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine hope a new and improved prosthetic for pets could some day help people, too.

Stem Cell Therapies for Paralyzed Pooches

In a new clinical trial, the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine will test the effectiveness of stem cell therapy as a treatment for paralysis. Their results could change the lives of paralyzed pets -- and people, too.

Man’s Best Friends

Veterinarians are responsible for the health and well-being of every species on the planet. In fact, the research they do to help our animal companions has very real implications for human beings as well. At NC State, the College of Veterinary Medicine and centers like the Center for Comparative Medicine and Translational Research (CCMTR) promote research that can transform the health of both animals and humans.

Exhibit spotlights lost history

"Too Black, Too Fast," an art exhibit on display at the African American Cultural Center, highlights the achievements of African American jockeys in America.

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Stories From February 2012

Fruit Flies, Mice and How Their Genetic Codes Can Help You

Doggie Donor

Cancer Survivor Gets New Knee

Stem Cell Therapies for Paralyzed Pooches

Man’s Best Friends

Exhibit spotlights lost history

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