Single Injection of AAV9 Mullerian Inhibiting Substance as an Ideal Contraceptive

In this research project, our focus is on the development of novel, safer methods of birth control. Our investigation centers around a reproductive hormone known as AMH, which can help prevent pregnancy without the side effects of traditional methods. Building on our exciting progress in animals like cats and mice, our immediate objective is to produce and purify newly designed dog AMH transgene sequences, and to evaluate their production rate, expression, cleavage rate, and activity, in vitro compared to the wild type dog transgene. The aim of our research is to pioneer advanced contraceptive solutions that not only provide safe and effective population control in companion animals but also develop new birth control options available to women.

Faculty Supervisor:

Céline Van Themsche

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Partner:

Harvard University

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Education

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

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