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Interpreting Breed-Specific Risk of Genetic Disease
Published on November 17, 2021Most health outcomes in dogs and humans are caused by a combination of environmental and genetic factors. Environmental factors include both our physical environment, like climate and chemical exposures, and elements of our lifestyle, like diet and exercise. Genetic variations can influence risk of health outcomes either positively or negatively.
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Using Genetics to Predict Physical Traits
Published on November 12, 2021Seeing through DNA Although the genome is vast and largely unexplored, we know a great…
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Understanding the Microbiome
Published on October 7, 2021Our Inside Precision series is a deep dive into the physiological and biochemical research being…
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Liquid Assets: The Diagnostic Power of Biological Samples
Published on September 16, 2021Let’s be honest, getting blood drawn at the doctor’s office isn’t usually the highlight of someone’s day. However, there is a wealth of important information your doctor can tell you about your health after reviewing the results. The same is true for our four-legged companions.
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Take a Tour of the Precision Sample Kit Process
Published on September 2, 2021One key aspect of our research at the Dog Aging Project involves collecting biological samples from dogs who are members of the Precision Cohort, a subset of dogs in the Pack. The collection of these samples is also one of the most complex parts of the project. In this blog post, we’ll give you an overview of this process.
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Banking on Quality and Care
Published on August 18, 2021About a year ago, the Dog Aging Project and the Cornell Veterinary Biobank were jointly…
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Making Sense of Genomic Sequence Data
Published on July 14, 2021From tall, lanky deerhounds to short, stocky terriers, dogs come in all shapes, sizes, and…
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Summer Fun and Safety for Our Companions!
Published on June 16, 2021Summertime brings fantastic occasions for fun, and of course, we want to include our canine…
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Celebrating Science on Your Pack Day Anniversary!
Published on May 18, 2021What’s a Pack Day Anniversary? We’re glad you asked! Pack Day is the anniversary of the day on which you completed the Health and Life Experience Survey, and your dog became a member of the Dog Aging Project Pack!
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Our Mission Statement and Core Values
Published on April 23, 2021The mission of the Dog Aging Project is to conduct rigorous scientific research designed to…
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