About Michigan Society for Medical Research (MISMR)

MISMR is a nonprofit science educational organization to promote understanding of biomedical research and testing, including the appropriate use of animals.

MISMR was established in 1981 by scientists, physicians and educators. Its mission is to inform the public about biomedical research and testing using animal models. Virtually every advance in modern human and veterinary medicine, including many surgical techniques, can be attributed to the use of animals. It is vital that the procedures and benefits of responsible research be more widely understood to ensure future progress in the prevention, control and cure of disease. Through the financial support and volunteer activities of members, MISMR serves as a resource center and undertakes a variety of outreach efforts involving science education.

The pursuit of science has its origins in the quest for new knowledge. Biomedical research provides fundamental information about living things. It adds to our understanding of how cells and molecules function. Researchers use various research methods, such as tissue cultures, computerized models, and many radioactive isotopes in their investigations. In some cases, there is no substitute for a living system. With the knowledge gained, advances then can be made in the treatment and cure of disease in both humans and animals.

2007 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OFFICERS

Cindy M. Hoorn, D.V.M., Ph.D.
VICE PRESIDENT
Pfizer Global R&D/Safety Science Kalamazoo

James W. Crissman, Ph.D.
SECRETARY
Crissman Toxicologic Pathology, LLC

Richard L. Malvin, Ph.D.
TREASURER
Emeritus—The University of Michigan

Rebecca Ellish-Stengle, M.P.H.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Michigan Society for Medical Research

BOARD MEMBERS

Charles L. Bisgarier, Ph.D.
Pipex Therapeutics, Inc.

Alan P. Brown, Ph.D., D.A.B.T.
Pfizer Global R&D/Safety Sciences

Jean Y. Domoradzi, Ph.D.
Dow Corning Corporation

Basim A. Dubaybo, M.D.
Veterans' Administration Medical Center

Gregory D. Fink, Ph.D.
Michigan State University

Molly Greene
IACUC Advisor
Michigan State University

Gary L. Hofing, D.V.M., Ph.D.
EX OFFICIO
Consultant

Karen L. Hudson
Private Citizen

Babette Krause
Private Citizen

Jane M. Lacher, D.V.M.
Dow Chemical Company

Edward P. Nagel
Consultant

Jon Popke, Ph.D.
MPI Research

Noreen F. Rossi, M.D., F.A.C.P.
Wayne State University

Robert E. Sigler, Ph.D.
Toxicology/Veterinary Pathology Consultant

Gary V. Tucker, Esq.
Covance Research Products, Inc.

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