Understanding Göttingen Minipig Pathology in Regulatory Toxicology
The Göttingen Minipig is an increasingly important non-rodent species in regulatory toxicology, with broader applicability and translational relevance than many study teams may realize. Its anatomical and physiological similarities to humans make it highly valuable for dermal, renal, and systemic safety studies—yet species-specific pathology, background findings, and developmental variability remain underutilized considerations in many programs.
Join Dr. Nanna Grand, DVM, Toxicologic Pathologist at Scantox Group, for "Understanding Göttingen Minipig Pathology in Regulatory Toxicology" presented on June 17, 2025. Registrants will receive access to the on-demand recording.
This visually rich webinar offers a guided tour through minipig-specific pathology—designed for nonclinical scientists who routinely manage study conduct, interpret safety data, and collaborate with pathologists. Drawing from regulatory studies and real-world examples, Dr. Grand will explore species-specific structures, histological patterns across development stages, and common background findings that may impact study interpretation.
Whether you're actively using minipigs in GLP studies or evaluating their applicability for future programs, this session provides essential context to strengthen translational insight and support more confident study decisions.
Key Learning Objectives
- Understand species-specific anatomical differences and their implications for data interpretation.
- Examine age-related kidney development and its impact on histopathology readouts.
- Recognize unique pathological syndromes observed in Göttingen Minipigs.
- Review background microscopic findings across key organ systems to improve signal detection.
Meet The Presenter
Nanna Grand, DVM, is a seasoned toxicologic pathologist with more than 20 years of experience in biomedical research and nonclinical development. She brings particular expertise in the use of Göttingen Minipigs in regulatory safety studies, with a deep understanding of species-specific pathology, age-related variability, and background findings that inform study design and data interpretation.
Throughout her career, Nanna has supported a wide range of toxicology programs across multiple species and study types. She previously served as Scientific Manager and Head of Veterinary Services at Ellegaard Göttingen Minipigs, where she helped advance best practices for model development and translational application. In her current role at Scantox Group, she works closely with sponsors and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen the scientific rigor of toxicology studies, guide the interpretation of complex pathology data, and support robust, decision-enabling outcomes.
Nanna holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from The Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University (Denmark).