At ASDA, we’re passionate about dogs. We know their talents are so spectacular that they can be used to save lives—which is why we dedicate so much time and energy on handler and K9 training,  community education, and of course—search and rescue efforts and cancer research.

As we advance our understanding of dogs’ talents through clinical research, we want everyone to know what we’re learning. So when the Museum of Discovery in Little Rock asked us to be an exhibit in their inaugural Spark! fundraiser, we barked at the chance!

With the hope of “igniting a passion for science, technology and math,” we joined seven other teams to share some of the cutting-edge research happening in Central Arkansas. Not only was the event FUN, it allowed us to have an easy and open dialogue with our community. 

We had several people stop by our table to ask questions, be as fascinated and as impressed as we are, and of course, pose with the famous John D.

We hope to see you at the next one!

Last week, ASDA president, Donna Waugh, and team members met with curators to discuss their presentation at the first annual Spark! event. The high-profile, red carpet benefit, hosted by the Museum of Discovery, will feature eight, innovative studies being conducted in Arkansas.

With an emphasis on interactive learning and engaging the audience with discussion, the event will allow ASDA to share with other scientists and the community the unique training methods, tests, and successes of our ongoing studies in canine detection of thyroid and ovarian cancers. We will bring several SAR dogs, including the 2013 Hero Dog Award winner, John D, who are proving that human cancer can be detected by canines.

The event will be held Thursday, October 17. View the Museum of Discovery’s website for more details, or check back here as we learn more!


Hint: Tickets are still available, so get yours!