A forum for faculty, staff and collaborators who engage in research and knowledge exchange concerning population health issues of animals.
The focus of Institute activities is to improve the health of animal populations, to prevent and control infectious and other important diseases of animals, and to contribute to national and international animal disease policymaking processes by providing a better understanding of disease epidemiology and pathogenesis.
Within the Institute:
- Fulbright Scholar, Dr. Mustofa Effendi, collaborates with APHI Faculty Members
- Graduate Research in Equine Biosecurity yields Collaborative Resource for Horse Owners
- Dr. Cristóbal Zepeda: Enhancing Domestic and International Collaborations through Experience
- Livestock Contact Study to commence in early 2011
- Roles of Risk Communication within APHI
- Research highlight: International Collaborations
- Dr. Simone Titus: Animal Health Expert for the Caribbean Region
Announcements
- A New Home for the APHI Laboratory. The APHI laboratory has moved the majority of its operations to a new South Campus location. Formerly located in the Environmental Health Building, the laboratory now occupies the APHI lab building, which is north and east of the Diagnostic Medicine Center. The APHI Laboratory building – formerly called the D Lab Office building was remodeled extensively and houses laboratory, office, and conference space for the Institute. Additional information>
- Congratulations APHI PhD student, Dr. Brandy Burgess! Dr. Burgess was the recipient of the September VTH Star Performer award. The Star Performer is selected each month by VTH Director Dr. Dean Hendrickson from nominations he receives. As the VTH Biosecurity House Officer, Brandy is responsible for monthly surveillance for environmental contamination and serves as a resource for clinicians and residents who request her help with management of infectious disease cases and multi-drug resistant infections. During the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) outbreak in Colorado, Brandy provided expertise on hospital planning and protocols. The entire state of Colorado benefited from her knowledge and help. Additionally, Brandy helps clinicians and residents communicate effectively with clients concerning the risks of zoonotic diseases. Brandy is a very valued resource to clients and residents and does an excellent job of balancing the challenges of the position with the desire to minimize risk to hospital patients and staff.
- Congratulations research award winners! APHI PhD student Dr. Audrey Ruple and CVMBS PhD student Heidi Pecoraro received awards at the 2011 CRWAD meeting. Additional information>
- ISVEE 13 in 2012: The International Symposium on Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics (ISVEE) will be held in Maastricht, The Netherlands. For information: http://www.isvee13.org
As one of the collaborating partners, CSU APHI researchers assisted Equine Guelph in developing the “Beat the Bugs” Biosecurity program. The “Beat the Bugs” program includes four workshops and a two-week Equine Biosecurity e-Session. 
Veterinary Medicine: Physicians for the Universe
The report, Veterinary Medicine: Physicians for the Universe, A Prospectus on Identifying Future Trends and Business Opportunities, is now available (PDF).
This August 2011 opinion paper concerning the future of the veterinary profession was authored by Drs. Patricia Olson and Mo Salman. The publication is 50 pages in length.
