Rektorin der Veterinärmedizinischen Universität Wien
…als Rektorin der Veterinärmedizinischen Universität Wien begrüße ich die Initiative RotePfote – Krebsforschung für Tiere, die in exzellenter Weise Veterinär- und Humanmedizin verbindet. Hier können wir in Europa eine Vorreiterposition erlangen….
Vorsitzender des Universitätsrates der Veterinärmedizinischen Universität Wien
Fast alle Tierfreunde und auch Tierfreundinnen in Österreich wissen, mit welcher Begeisterung ich mich für unsere Natur aber auch ganz besonders für das Wohl der Heim- und Haustiere einsetze. Nicht nur bei uns Menschen ist die Erkrankung an Krebs ein immer dramatischer werdendes Problem. Ich finde es sehr gut und wichtig, dass der Verein Rote Pfote mit Mut und Einsatz dieses Thema aufgreift und bearbeitet. Ich unterstütze diese Initiative und bitte Sie ganz herzlich, das auch zu tun!
Rector of the Medical University Vienna
Cancer research is one of the fundamental research areas of the Medical University Vienna. In terms of interdisciplinarity I am exceptionally pleased about the foundation of the initiative “RedPaw – cancer research for pets” in cooperation with the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna. Our inspiring example is the American “National Cancer Institute”, which launched a "Comparative Oncology Trials Consortium (COTC)". The transfer of knowledge accompanying this initiative against cancer uncloses new approaches in the treatment and alleviation of a disease that has become the major burden of our society.
Vizerektorin für Lehre und für Klinische Veterinärmedizin der Veterinärmedizinischen Universität Wien
"...Es ist allgemein zu wenig bekannt, dass besonders im Bereich der Krebstherapie viele Behandlungen für den Menschen als auch für tierische Patienten anwendbar sind. Leider ist es aber zumeist der hohe finanzielle Aufwand einer Therapie, der Tierbesitzer abschreckt. Als Vizerektorin für Lehre und klinische Veterinärmedizin der Veterinärmedizinischen Universität Wien begrüße ich daher, dass RotePfote auch zum Ziel hat, Forschungsprojekte zu fördern, die preislich günstigere Therapien für Tiere entwickeln wollen..."
Dean for research of the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
In the course of their common history, human- and veterinary medicine have always complemented each other and helped to establish new insights. I am very pleased about this cooperation in the field of cancer research in which yet again medical- and veterinary medical knowledge will unite to form a new path to progress. The University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna supports the initiative “RedPaw – cancer research for pets” in every sense.
Honorable Senator
Medical University Vienna
In my opinion, „RedPaw – cancer research for pets“ is an initiative that is long overdue. Why shouldn´t veterinary and medical colleagues perform cooperative research? Humans and animals have many similar biochemical and biological mechanisms – and in both cases, a breakdown of the body´s own control systems can lead to tumor growth. Together, we have the chance to develop therapies against cancer that benefit both animals and humans.
Director of the Clinical Division for Oncology
Chair of the University Clinic for Internal Medicine I
Dean for Clinical Affairs
Medical University Vienna
Krebszentrum der Medizinischen Universität Wien
I welcome the initiative "RedPaw – cancer research for pets", because mechanisms of carcinogenesis are similar in humans and animals. Likewise, similar therapeutic options could be “universally” applied. Cooperative studies of the medical and veterinary medical university could contribute crucially to gaining a better understanding of cancer and unclosing new therapeutic strategies. The National Cancer Institute in the USA has shown, that this is the right path to take. The "RedPaw", located in Austria, will encourage interdisciplinary projects and can thereby significantly advance this development.
Head of University Clinic for Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, Head of the Senate Medical University Vienna
The University Clinic for Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine definitely welcomes the initiative Rote Pfote - cancer resarch for pets. The department's major target is pedatric neurooncology, clinically as well as in matters of basic research. The close cooperation with the University of Veterinary Medicine in the specialist division of neurooncologic research is about to become of major importance for involved patients. Important elements in the origin of cancer and new therapies for brain cancer in cats an dogs are going to reveal essential insight for human patients.
Chair of the Clinic for Internal Medicine and Infectious Diseases
Clinical Division for Small Animals and Horses
University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
In my opinion, “RedPaw – cancer research for pets” is an extremely important and interesting project! It offers the possibility to incorporate the newest insights of tumor biology into the therapy of our for-legged friends while advancing the therapeutic options available to human cancer patients as well. A symbiotic relationship!
Honorable Senator University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
Connecting with an animal enriches everybody´s life, because animals are so much more than just our pets – they are sources of strength, partners and friends. „RedPaw“ takes this bond between animals and man further, by encouraging cancer research that benefits both. For this very reason I am happy to support this initiative.
