Dog facial recognition app may improve rabies vax efforts

A mobile phone-based facial recognition app for dogs could significantly improve rabies vaccination efforts in Africa and Asia.

Devin Rokyta-Washington State • futurity
Jan. 25, 2024 ~5 min

Rabies is an ancient, unpredictable and potentially fatal disease − two rabies researchers explain how to protect yourself

An unexpected case of rabies found in an animal can raise concerns for a potential outbreak. Proactive vaccination of both wildlife and people can help protect everyone.

Charles Rupprecht, Affiliate Professor of Veterinary Medicine, Auburn University • conversation
Jan. 9, 2024 ~10 min


Nearly half of dog owners are hesitant to vaccinate their pups

Hesitancy towards COVID vaccines extends to pet vaccinations, as well—and at worrying levels, researchers report.

Jillian McKoy-Boston U. • futurity
Sept. 1, 2023 ~7 min

Louis Pasteur's scientific discoveries in the 19th century revolutionized medicine and continue to save the lives of millions today

On World Rabies Day – which is also the anniversary of French microbiologist Louis Pasteur’s death – a virologist reflects on the achievements of this visionary scientist.

Rodney E. Rohde, Regents' Professor of Clinical Laboratory Science, Texas State University • conversation
Sept. 28, 2022 ~11 min

Glowing bats show ‘contagious’ vaccines can fight rabies

A spreadable rabies vaccine could work better than the current policy of culling bats that spread the disease.

Jim Erickson-Michigan • futurity
Nov. 19, 2019 ~5 min

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