The American Association of Extension Veterinarians (AAEV) Symposium is a fantastic opportunity for veterinarians and veterinary students to share their projects with others in the field, and network with others that interface with the public sector! Please consider submitting an abstract, or encourage others (including veterinary or graduate students). The American Association of Extension Veterinarians seeks […]
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Position Announcement: Professional Practice Assistant Professor of Swine Production
The Ohio State University Department of Animal Sciences seeks to recruit and support a scholar in a 12-month professional practice position focused on swine production. This is a non-tenure track, multi-year appointment eligible for renewal. The position duties include teaching (75%) and extension (25%). Position Description The ideal candidate will establish an innovative teaching program […]
Abstract: Enhancing immunogenicity and antiviral protection of inactivated porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus vaccine in piglets
Abstract: Enhancing immunogenicity and antiviral protection of inactivated porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus vaccine in piglets OBJECTIVE Porcine interferon-γ (poIFN-γ) and porcine granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor (poGM-CSF) are multifunctional cytokines that exhibit robust antiviral activity against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV). In this study, the immunoadjuvant effects of recombinant poIFN-γ-poGM-CSF fusion protein in […]
Free Webinar Aug 28 – Overcoming Barriers and Understanding the Psychological Impact of Livestock Euthanasia: A Study on Spanish-Speaking Swine Caretakers’ Pig Euthanasia Practices on U.S. Farm
Join AgriSafe for a free webinar, Overcoming Barriers and Understanding the Psychological Impact of Livestock Euthanasia: A Study on Spanish-Speaking Swine Caretakers’ Pig Euthanasia Practices on U.S. Farm, Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 12 PM – 1 PM Central Daylight Time. Register here. Summary: The webinar will be focused on the impact of pig euthanasia on […]
Abstract: Risk assessment of influenza transmission between workers and pigs on US indoor hog growing units
Abstract: Risk assessment of influenza transmission between workers and pigs on US indoor hog growing units On pig farms ample opportunity exists for pig-to-human and human-to-pig (cross-species) influenza transmission. The purpose of this study was to assess the risks of cross-species influenza transmission within an indoor pig grower unit in the United States and to […]
SHIC/AASV Webinar 8/26/2024: Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health
On August 26, 2024, at 1 pm CT, the Swine Health Information Center and the American Association of Swine Veterinarians will co-host a webinar, Mitigation Strategies for Mosquitos as an Emerging Threat to Swine Health. Conducted by the Iowa State University Swine Medicine Education Center, the webinar will feature subject matter experts sharing insights on […]
Call for Abstracts – Research Topics
Plans are underway for the 56th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) to take place March 1-4, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
Let’s Golf! Register by Aug 27 to Golf for the AASV Foundation
Golfers, it is time to recruit and register your golf team to support the AASV Foundation!
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Indiana/Ohio
Tyson Foods Inc, the world’s largest protein producer and the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500, is looking for a Veterinarian to join our Pork Group Technical Services team. The Pork Group Veterinarian I is primarily responsible for direct interaction with contract producers, and management company leadership in our Indiana/Ohio grow-finish operation. Daily […]
Position Announcement: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor – Animal Welfare Science
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University invites applications for a tenure system or fixed-term faculty appointment in animal welfare science at the rank of assistant, associate, or full professor, depending on qualifications and experience. There is generous flexibility in this faculty position in terms of 1) the focus of the animal welfare research […]