Researchers will study different strains of Microsporum canis, the primary cause of ringworm in cats and develop a test for rapid diagnosis of this fungal disease.
Researchers will study the gut bacterial communities, called microbiota, in kittens with the long-term goal of developing novel treatments and preventive strategies for diarrhea.
Researchers will study differences between cat and dog gastrointestinal physiology and use this information to help improve medication selection and dosing for cats.