Unlock the Secrets of the Laboratory Rat: A Comprehensive Guide

The third edition of “The Laboratory Rat” by Mark A. Suckow is a groundbreaking resource for researchers, veterinary and medical students, senior graduate students, postdocs, and anyone utilizing animals in biomedical research. This premier reference book provides updated information on the use of rats as research models, covering a wide range of topics including:

• Genomics and translational research
• Alcoholism and addiction studies
• Diabetes and metabolic syndrome research
• Obesity and weight management studies
• Neuroscience and neurology research
• Spinal cord injury and traumatic brain injury research
• Regenerative medicine and tissue engineering
• Infectious disease and immunology research

New chapters in this edition focus on the care and management of surgical and fragile models, as well as the use of rats in cutting-edge research areas. Written by renowned scientific and veterinary experts, this book condenses information from many sources on topics related to the care and use of rats in research.

Key features of this comprehensive guide include:

• Updated information on husbandry and veterinary care of rats
• Topics related to nutrition, reproduction, anesthesia, and surgery
• In-depth coverage of infectious and non-infectious diseases in rats
• Expert insights on the care of surgical and fragile models

Published by Elsevier Science in 2019, “The Laboratory Rat” is an indispensable resource for anyone working with rats in research. Its wealth of information makes it an essential reference for researchers, students, and professionals in the field.

Get ready to unlock the secrets of the laboratory rat and take your research to the next level!