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Vertebrate Animal ResourcesON THIS PAGE: National Swine Research and Resource CenterResearch Emphasis/ObjectivesThe 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 ResearchResearch 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 ProvidedModels 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 InformationUniversity of Missouri Web site: www.nsrrc.missouri.edu Grant No.: U42 RR18877 Principal
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Randall S. Prather, Ph.D. |
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Bethesda, Maryland 20892 |
Department of Health and Human Services |