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A black dog with the top of his head shaved
Issue: Fall 2026

A stray dog’s journey led to a historic medical first at the University of Minnesota—and a new horizon for canine and human cancer care.

Close-up of a split-face tortoiseshell cat with bright green eyes and a bell collar resting on a padded bed.
Issue: Fall 2026

Early findings from a new clinical trial at the University of Minnesota show improved outcomes for cats with aggressive mammary tumors.

Portrait of researcher Hanen Baggar
Issue: Fall 2026

When scientists study parasitic infections in the lab, they cannot mimic what actually happens in the human intestine, stunting their ability to test antiparasitic drugs. Microbiologist Hanen Baggar is changing that. 

A brown and white cocker spaniel
Issue: Fall 2026

In a new study, UMN researchers map key disease-linked proteins—paving the way for breakthroughs in autoimmune disease diagnosis and treatment.

Attendees network and shake hands during a conference reception.
Issue: Fall 2026

Swine health and production professionals and students from around the world converged on St. Paul for the annual event. 

A small dog has a mask held over its face
Issue: Fall 2026

One Veterinary Medical Center resident’s research is helping to shape the future of canine cardiac care by using a simple breath test to monitor patient health.

A man wearing blue gloves and a lab coat holds a test tube
Issue: Fall 2026

What if the secret to preventing cancer in dogs—and eventually humans—isn't fighting tumors after they appear, but transforming the aging host environment before disease ever takes hold?

Headshot of a man with short dark curly hair and hazel eyes wearing a blue button-down shirt.
Issue: Fall 2026

His findings indicate that trailers are leaving facilities with higher levels of contamination than when they arrive.