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AVMA recognizes excellence in veterinary medicine
During AVMA Convention 2017 this July in Indianapolis, the AVMA bestowed awards to recognize excellence in veterinary medicine.
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Chronicling a century of veterinary medicine
JAVMA’s first issue came out in October 1915. In the ensuing 100 years, the Journal has had a marked impact on AVMA members, and vice
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FDA offers listings of clinical studies in regenerative medicine
In February, agency officials began populating a site with information on clinical studies involving the use of animal cells, tissues, and cell- and…
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Regenerative medicine, including therapeutic use of stem cells
Regenerative medicine holds promise in treating a variety of diseases, yet questions remain. The AVMA supports the continued scientific development of…
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Farm bill delivers victory for veterinary medicine
The nation’s new farm bill creates critical programs to improve animal health and enhance the nation’s ability to prevent and respond to animal…
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Recognized for excellence
During the AVMA Annual Convention this July in Boston, the AVMA gave awards to a number of individuals and two organizations to recognize excellence…
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Guidelines for use of exempt biologics
State-licensed veterinarians may consider preparing biologics in their practice facility under a VCPR in unique disease situations not adequately…
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Webinar explains federal guidance on manufacturing of animal cells and tissues
The Food and Drug Administration posted a prerecorded webinar this fall explaining draft guidance documents on good manufacturing practices and donor…
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Development of emerging disease agent biologics
Development of emerging infectious disease biologics is essential for One Health. The AVMA supports the development of these products through…
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Cornell names Warnick dean
Dr. Lorin D. Warnick became the Austin O. Hooey Dean of Veterinary Medicine at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine on May 6 after…
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Editing Animals
Recent gene-editing technologies are being used to create mice that model human genetic diseases, Holstein cattle lacking horns, and current research…
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NIH funds development of novel Lyme disease vaccine
The grant is funding the efforts of tick immunobiologist Utpal Pal, PhD, to adapt the rabies vaccination platform to stimulate production of…
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AVMA presents Excellence Awards for 2019
During AVMA Convention 2019 this August in Washington, D.C., a number of individuals received AVMA Excellence Awards for contributions in areas such…
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Iowa State confers Stange, Switzer awards
Four alumni of the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine were honored Oct. 29, 2016.
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Mark Markel elected first veterinarian president-elect of AO Foundation
Dr. Mark Markel, an equine surgeon and dean of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, was recently elected president-elect…
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A close call for the National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center
Secretary Small also proposed to eliminate Smithsonian Productions and the Smithsonian Center for Materials Research and Education
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Vaccine holds promise for treating osteosarcoma in dogs
Veterinarians in the audience wanted to know when they could get their hands on the new treatment. Dr. Sue Ettinger, a veterinary oncologist, had…
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Staying relevant in cattle care
The dean at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is particularly concerned that veterinarians have not generated data that…
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Nominations open for AVMA awards
The nomination period is open for the following AVMA Excellence Awards and AVMA Excellence in Research Awards.
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Academic groups seek easier approval path for gene-edited food animals
Two academic groups argue that the amount of regulatory oversight for genetic changes in food animals should depend on the nature of the changes, and…
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CSU creates Sustainable Livestock Systems Collaborative
The Sustainable Livestock Systems Collaborative, the university announced this past December, will allow CSU livestock and animal health experts to…
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Nominations open for AVMA Excellence Awards
The nomination period for the following AVMA Excellence Awards is now open.
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Nominations open for 2020 AVMA awards
The nomination period is open for the following AVMA Excellence Awards for 2020.
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Foot and mouth disease
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of worldwide concern. View AVMA's recommendations for FMD preparedness and…
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New policy addresses FMD outbreak scenario
As a proactive move, the AVMA Executive Board approved a new policy during its Nov. 15-17, 2012, meeting that will be sent to the federal government…