About BluePearl Science.
BluePearl Science, a division of BluePearl, coordinates clinical studies that investigate the potential effectiveness of new drugs, diagnostics, treatments, and protocols intended to improve pet health. These clinical studies offer local veterinarians and their patients access to novel and potentially lifesaving treatments and procedures.
Founded by our dedicated clinicians, BluePearl Science operates with the following goals in mind:
Create a better future for pets.
In many cases, innovative diagnostic and treatment solutions and pharmaceuticals can save pets’ lives. Assessing the effectiveness of drugs can help protect and promote the lives of pets today, and tomorrow.
Share knowledge and expertise with the veterinary community.
We believe veterinarians can make the greatest impact when we work together. Performing clinical studies to gain knowledge about new medical treatment options is part of our service to the national veterinary community. Data from these studies are published in peer-reviewed literature, which allows all in the veterinary field to understand and benefit from the findings.
Advance the industry with new medical solutions.
Clinical studies are essential in the evolution of modern veterinary medicine. When new treatment or diagnostic options are engineered, we want to determine how they affect a pet’s medical condition and overall well-being.
Collaborate with primary care veterinarians.
BluePearl’s emergency and specialty clinicians share a common goal with general practice veterinarians – to provide effective, exceptional care for pets. Clinical studies open the door to further collaboration among veterinarians, resulting in more comprehensive treatment plans for pets.
Collaborate with pet families.
Pet patients may benefit from novel diagnostic or therapeutic options as part of BluePearl’s clinical studies program. BluePearl’s clinicians will involve the pet’s family in all medical decisions, offering information about both traditional and investigational approaches prior to treatment.
Leaders in advancing veterinary knowledge.
BluePearl clinicians are at the forefront of veterinary medicine. We’re proud to coordinate clinical studies in the private sector and contribute to the advancement of national veterinary knowledge from within our specialty and emergency facilities.
We perform clinical studies in highly active, fully operational hospitals equipped with advanced technology and diagnostic capabilities. Our diverse team of specialty clinicians rely upon their years of training and hands-on expertise to coordinate clinical studies aimed to treat complex pet conditions and illnesses, including lymphoma, diabetes, osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and more. The results of these studies are then published in peer-reviewed journals and available for all in the veterinary field.
BluePearl Science Institutional Review Board.
The BluePearl Science Institutional Review Board consists of field leaders, scientists and preeminent veterinarians. This group rigorously reviews studies and oversees their protocols to ensure the highest ethical standards are met.
Clinical studies at BluePearl hospitals:
Clinical studies at our hospitals are often sponsored by our partners in industry and academia. Prior to approval of any clinical study, we require the following:
- The study procedure, technology or drug being tested has a good chance of success.
- The owners of the patients are fully aware of the study’s objectives, any potential risks resulting from the study, the names and contact information of the investigators and other pertinent details.
- The owners of the patients have signed a written consent form for their pet to participate in the study. No pet can participate in a clinical study without the written consent of the pet’s owner.
If you believe that your pet may benefit from enrollment in a study, please contact your family veterinarian.
Current canine clinical studies:
Treatment for Canine Hemangiosarcoma (HSA) of the Spleen
Locations: Kirkland, WA; Tacoma, WA
Purpose: To evaluate the efficacy of a chemotherapy protocol for the treatment of canine hemangiosarcoma of the spleen.
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Canine Atopic Dermatitis
Locations: Malvern, PA; Midvale, UT; Reno, NV; Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Purpose: This study will evaluate the efficacy of a new treatment for canine atopic dermatitis.
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Evaluating a Novel Immunotherapy Treatment for Malignant Oral Melanoma in Dogs
Locations: Malvern, PA; Overland Park, KS; Pittsburgh, PA
Purpose: This is a randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled trial of approximately 182 days in duration. Dogs will be randomly assigned to receive a novel immunotherapy or a placebo (non-active saline).
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Mars Petcare Biobank
Locations: Clearwater, FL; Brandon, FL; Tampa, FL
Purpose: By studying a pet’s health throughout its life, scientists will seek to identify potential signs of disease as well as new ways to help prevent or even predict illness.
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TRIAD Study – The Dog Aging Project
Locations: Midtown, NY; Overland Park, KS; North Dallas, TX; Sandy Springs, GA
Purpose: To determine whether rapamycin increases the lifespan of companion dogs.
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Effectiveness and Safety of Verdinexor for the Treatment of Lymphoma in Dogs
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Purpose: To confirm the efficacy and safety of verdinexor for the treatment of lymphoma in dogs.
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Identifying Drug Prediction and Risk Factors in Dogs with Mast Cell Tumors
Locations: Malvern, PA; Kirkland, WA; Levittown, PA; Cary, NC; Rockville, MD; Tampa, FL; Raleigh, NC
Purpose: To develop a test that will identify the best drugs to treat mast cell tumors (MCT) in dogs.
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Current feline clinical studies:
Mars Petcare Biobank
Location: Clearwater, FL, Brandon, FL and Tampa, FL
Purpose: By studying a pet’s health throughout its life, scientists will seek to identify potential signs of disease as well as new ways to help prevent or even predict illness.
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Contact us.
For more information about BluePearl Science, email [email protected].