Projects
The Belgian Cancer Fund for Animals sponsors various projects with its resources. First and foremost, of course, cancer research in animals. In this, we support projects that are 'close to the animal', foremost research that is somewhat related to the diagnosis and treatment of the patient. In this way, animals can hopefully sooner or later reap the benefits of the results of the research, i.e. faster and better diagnostics and treatments, with the ultimate goal: a better and longer life!
In addition to supporting research, we also facilitate various other projects such as:
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financially supporting Oncowaf, the information website for dog owners with questions about cancer (see Medical Info)
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sponsoring the participation of veterinary students in the annual oncology congress,
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translating, converting and standardizing veterinary and pathological terminology (nomenclature) for the development of a veterinary cancer registry.
More information about the projects and initiatives (current and completed) can be found below.
Researchers with a research proposal can submit it to the BKFD via the contact form. We will then contact them regarding the next steps.
Ongoing projects 2024-2025
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FNA cell-block project, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, prof. H. De Rooster,
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EGFR expression project, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, prof. H. De Rooster,
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Pericardial effusion cell-block project, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, prof. H. De Rooster,
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Cytokine signatures in urothelial carcinoma in dogs, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Liège, prof. A. Hamaide,
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Marker expression on mammary gland tumor cells in dogs, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, dr. Jonas Steenbrugge,
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Sponsoring of 6 students for participation in the international oncology conference Topics in Veterinary Oncology, 1 & 2 February 2025
