Latest news
Jan 2009 ~ UC Davis Siberian HCM Study
A major search for genes that cause Siberian HCM has begun at UC Davis. DNA swabs from HCM positive Siberians and close relatives are needed for this study. Information about the study and how to send samples is provided in the link above.
June 2008 ~ Siberian HCM Case Listing
An open listing of Siberians diagnosed with was added to SRI website. All cases listed have been released to SRI, or listed in another open registry. Memorial links will be added if requested.
Dec 2007 ~ Siberian HCM Pedigree Analysis
Information on ancestral lines that may have introduced HCM into the Siberian breed was added to the SRI website.
A new organization was formed to accept donations for genetic studies of Siberian HCM.
Dr. Kathryn Meurs granted funds from Winn Feline to studies genes causing Siberian HCM
July 2007 ~ UC Davis begins study of hypoallergenic Siberians.
Allergen test results by SRI members were correlated and submitted to the university for further studies.
July 2007 ~ Information on Siberian Polycystic Disease
Persian PKD discussion and ancestry was added to the SRI website.
Oct 2006 ~ Dr. Leslie Lyons Reviews SRI Siberian HCM Pedigree Study
Compiled ancestry and cardiology reports were submitted to Dr Leslie Lyons at UC Davis for formal review.
Feb 2005 ~ Siberian HCM Pedigree Studies Started
Reports and pedigrees were compared to prove a genetic basis for HCM in the Siberian breed. Siberian HCM pedigree study was first sarted.