Doug, thank you for posting that info.
My vet too was always on top of or would call around for ongoing studies to help my dogs in their time of need.
I'll just add that participating in University studies is beneficial for all. One for your pet and second for all other pets and humans in the future. Not to mention the University's make it very 'affordable' to pursue treatment.
I participated in many studies with my Great Danes. Fast forward 20+ years and I have seen 2 cures/treatments for medical conditions come to fruition and available for humans that my dog participated in the study. Still makes me tear up thinking about it.