University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
At UIUC, we collaborate with Dr. Timothy Fan to investigate efficacy of Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) T cell therapy using naturally occurring sarcomas in pet dogs as models.
College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Missouri
At MU, we collaborate with Dr. Jeffrey N. Bryan to investigate treatment of Sarcomas using IL12 specific/coding RNA virus as well as zvex using naturally occurring sarcomas in pet dogs as models.
Bridge Animal Referral Center
BARC’s purpose is to bridge the human-animal bond so people can make the most of every moment they have with their pets. Cancer research is also translational and BARC likes to participate in clinical trials to the benefit of our pets as well as their human counterparts. The number of days is important but, making the most of those days is most important…..every moment matters.
Ohio State University
Dr. Bracha’s lab investigates aspects of comparative oncology from genomic and proteomic perspectives. Through isolation of extracellular vesicles from cell lines and cancer patients, they have identified biomarkers that predict disease stage, drug resistance, and prognosis. In addition, they have explored the role of extracellular vesicles in the shaping of the tumor immune landscape. This research was the main driver for the design of a novel single domain monoclonal antibody immunotherapy that they will test in clinical trials.
Our lab collaborates with Dr. Bracha’s group to study tumor environment and investigate immunotherapy for sarcomas.
Canine Cancer AllianceThe Canine Cancer Alliance is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and funding research that leads to the development of safe and effective treatments for cancer in dogs. Their mission is to improve the lives of dogs affected by cancer by advancing the understanding of this disease and supporting clinical studies for canine patients. Through collaboration with leading researchers and institutions, they aim to make significant progress towards a future where cancer in beloved animals is no longer a disease to be feared.