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News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).

In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:
The rapid evolution of the dogs of ChernobylA mouse study that correlates nose picking with Alzheimer'sHow hibernating bears, pigs in small enclosures, and immobile humans avoid blood clotsThe quest to save the bees using robotic bees and artificial intelligenceLinks to all these stories can be found below

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Dogs in Chernobyl are evolving faster, new study claims (yahoo.com)Mouse Study Suggests an Unexpected Link Between Nose-Picking And Alzheimer's : ScienceAlertHumans, and piglets, and bears, oh my! Preventing dangerous blood clots -- ScienceDailyRobotic bees and roots offer hope of healthier environment and sufficient food (phys.org)Support the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!
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News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).

In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:
March is National Kidney Month!How NAD+ and NMN can slow, stop, and even reverse kidney diseaseScientists have been able to create mice from the cells of two male miceDid you know beetles mainly absorb water from their butts?Superb Fairy Wrens and their willingness to fight for their friends and familyLinks to all these stories can be found below

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Resources & Links:
NAD+ and NMN: Can They Help for Kidney Health and Disease Treatment? | HealthNewsScientists create mice with cells from 2 males for 1st time (msn.com)Beetles suck water into their butts to stay hydrated, and now scientists know how | Live ScienceThese Tiny Birds Get By With A Little Help From Their Friends (forbes.com)
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Lab Rat Chat - Episode 32 with Dr. Jodi Salinsky
In this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Jodi Salinksy, DVM, Animal Welfare Officer for the University of Auckland, New Zealand.  We're thrilled to finally talk with someone from New Zealand to be able to compare and contrast some of the similarities and differences regarding animal research in that part of the world.

Topics discussed in this episode:
Dr. Salinksky's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where she's at in her career today.Some of the laws and regulations surrounding animal research in New Zealand and how it compares to the United States.The Openness Agreement on Animal Research and Teaching in New Zealand, established in 2021.Public perception of animal research in New ZealandPurchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!
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Openness Agreement | ANZCCARTAmericans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesSupport the showFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!
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News Bites are monthly episodes where Danielle and Jeff break down important topics surrounding the field of biomedical research (and some unrelated topics).

In this News Bite edition, Jeff and Danielle discuss:
Monogamous prairie voles - Happy Valentine's day!How freezing hibernating frogs might one day save humanityA discussion about the FDA Modernization ActFebruary is American Heart Awareness month, so of course we talk about new research to repair scar tissue in the heartLinks to all these stories can be found below

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Resources & Links:

Monogamous Prairie Voles:
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/01/27/1152009605/prairie-voles-oxytocin-love-hormone-bonding-study

FDA Modernization Act:
https://www.science.org/content/article/fda-no-longer-needs-require-animal-tests-human-drug-trials

Freezing Hibernating Frogs:
https://www.manisteenews.com/news/article/Wildlife-Wednesday-This-Michigan-frog-could-help-17722836.php

Heart Scar Tissue Repair Story:
https://newatlas.com/medical/tropoelastin-injection-heart-scar-tissue/

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Lab Rat Chat - Episode 31 with Erin Vogelsong
In this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Erin Vogelsong, MS, Program Director of Drexel University's Master of Laboratory Animal Science program.

Special Live Webinar Announcement - February 1st @ 12pm EST:
In celebration of International Laboratory Animal Technician Week, Drexel University is hosting a webinar Bringing the Magic Through Podcasting: A Behind the Scenes Look Into the Lab Rat Chat Podcast.  The webinar will feature Danielle Dady and Jeff Marshall, the hosts of Lab Rat Chat, and will give participants an inside look into the magic that goes into creating each and every episode. Tune in to learn more about the hosts, why Lab Rat Chat was created, the insider scoop on Jeff and Danielle’s favorite episodes, some of the mistakes made and lessons learned, and what to expect from Lab Rat Chat in the future. Visit Online.Drexel.Edu/LabRatChat to register.

Topics discussed in this episode:
Erin's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where he's at in her career today.Some history and facts about Drexel's Master of Laboratory Animal Science programWhy anyone out there should consider advancing their education through this program and the potential benefits of doing so.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!
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Master of Laboratory Animal Science MLAS - Drexel University College of MedicineDrexel University Online | Drexel OnlineAmericans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!
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Lab Rat Chat - Episode 30 with Dr. Agnès Lacreuse
In this episode of Lab Rat Chat, Jeff and Danielle chat with Dr. Agnès Lacreuse, PhD, who is a researcher at the University of Massachusetts in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences Department.

She utilizes nonhuman primates in her research in order to better understand neurocognitive aging and pathological aging processes, such as those involved in Alzheimer's disease. Two-thirds of Alzheimer's disease cases in humans are women. 2/3 of AD cases in humans are women. For this reason, we also aim to understand how changes in sex hormones, especially estrogens, affect brain and cognitive aging in females.

Topics discussed in this episode:
Dr. Lacreuse's extensive and impressive background and her journey to get where he's at in her career today.What Alzheimer's disease is, who is primarily affected, how it develops, and the estimated number of people living with the disease in the United States.Why nonhuman primates, particularly Marmosets, are best suited to study Alzheimer's compared to rodents, and why alternative models (e.g., organs on a chip, computer models, etc.) are not viable options.The future application of her research on the human population and what it means for those predisposed or already suffering from the devastating effects of Alzheimer's.Purchase Lab Rat Chat merch and help support our podcast and biomedical research!
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Animal models of Alzheimer’s disease embrace diversity | Lab Animal (nature.com)Americans for Medical ProgressAmericans for Medical Progress COVID-19 ResourcesFollow us on Twitter! Facebook! Instagram!
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