Vertebrate Animal Resources

National Swine Research and Resource Center

Research Emphasis/Objectives

The objectives of the National Swine Research and Resource Center are to serve as a repository and distribution center for valuable swine models used in biomedical research; to create new genetically modified pig lines needed by the research community; and to perform research aimed at improving swine as animal models.

Current Research

Research focuses on three principal projects: improving cryopreservation methods for swine gametes and embryos; developing improved methods for detection and elimination of pathogens in pigs; and improving the efficiency of methods for creation of genetically modified swine.

Services Provided

Models are imported into the resource center, rederived to a pathogen-free status, and gametes and embryos are cryopreserved to prevent future loss. Swine models are then available for distribution to biomedical investigators at a nominal cost. In addition, investigators can submit proposals for creation of new genetically modified swine. Proposals are reviewed by an advisory committee, and approved models are made at no cost to the submitting investigator.

Contact Information

University of Missouri
1600 East Rollins
Columbia, MO 65211

Web site: www.nsrrc.missouri.edu

Grant No.: U42 RR18877

Principal Investigator
Lela K. Riley, Ph.D.
573-882-2029; Fax: 573-884-7521
E-mail: RileyL@missouri.edu

Additional Contact
John K. Critser, Ph.D.
573-884-9469; Fax: 573-884-7521
E-mail: CritserJ@missouri.edu

Randall S. Prather, Ph.D.
573-882-6414; Fax: 573-882-7446
E-mail: PratherR@missouri.edu