College of Veterinary Medicine awarded NIH grant to combat zoonotic disease
The funding will continue post-doctoral programs to train scientists in infectious diseases and microbial immunology.
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Infectious disease and immunology fellow to continue research into tick disease
Elis Fisk, a fourth-year anatomic pathology resident and doctoral student at Washington State University, has been accepted as a fellow in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s infectious disease and microbial immunology post-doctoral training program.
College of Veterinary Medicine welcomes first director of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Maurice Cottman officially joined the college on July 11. He previously served as director for the Student Center for Diversity and Inclusion at Drexel University in Philadelphia.
WSU professor to co‑lead NSF‑funded institute for emerging virus research
Stephanie Seifert has been named as a co‑lead investigator for a new National Science Foundation-funded institute designed to advance research and education around viral emergence.
NIH grant to expand research into tick‑borne diseases
A $2.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health will allow WSU researchers to take the next steps toward blocking transmission of Lyme disease and anaplasmosis.
WSU virologist: genetic mutations not behind monkeypox spread
The current monkeypox outbreak is moving faster than any in recent history, but WSU virologist Heather Koehler does not see a reason for the rapid spread in the virus itself.
Protect livestock, pets during summer heat wave
Water is crucial to helping animals stay cool, and owners should provide a continuous supply of cool, clean water. This is particularly important for animals that are lactating or pregnant.
#CougsGive day in April broke record for second straight year
WSU’s annual day of giving, #CougsGive, saw record impact on April 13 with donors contributing 1,315 gifts totaling $791,211 — a 12.2% increase over 2021’s previous record.
WSU-MARC: Research opportunities for underrepresented students
WSU’s new Maximizing Access to Research Careers program offers STEM undergraduates research opportunities, including a 10-week summer research experience.
Tragic events bring orphan colt, mare together
An orphan colt whose mother died shortly after giving birth has a new mom – a mare that had tragically lost her foal – thanks to the generosity of strangers and Washington State University veterinarians playing matchmaker.