Tag School of Veterinary Medicine
UW-Madison veterinary surgeon wins award
Peter Muir, a professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, has been honored with the American Veterinary Medical Foundation/American Kennel Club Career Achievement Award in Canine Research from the American Veterinary Medical Association. Read More
Braveheart wins the hearts of many, makes remarkable recovery
Back in March, when the doctors and technicians at UW Veterinary Care first met Braveheart, he was an unknown, previously unloved and basically forgotten dog. Read More
Insights gained from growing cold-causing virus on sinus tissue
Using sinus tissue removed during surgery at University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, researchers at University of Wisconsin–Madison have managed to grow a recently discovered species of human rhinovirus (HRV), the most frequent cause of the common cold, in culture. Read More
Rescue, UW vets put neglected dog on long road to recovery
It may look like slow going from a bed in the intensive care unit at UW Veterinary Care, but for once in his recent memory a starved and neglected retriever has a shot at a happy life - and a newfound Internet following. Read More
Experts on horse first aid to speak at UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine Continuing Education program will host the 22nd annual seminar "First Aid for Horses: When to Call the Vet and What to do Before Help Arrives" on Saturday, Feb. 19. Read More
Technology going back to the dogs at UW School of Veterinary Medicine
Marty Croak was diagnosed with head and neck cancer in May 2009. A lump near his ear prompted him to see a physician. Read More
Cow health and happiness delivered through the Internet
Can Web-based resources have a positive impact on a cow’s life? Read More
Screen yields drugs that could help treat fatal brain disorder
Using novel screens to sort through libraries of drugs already approved for use in human patients, a team of Wisconsin researchers has identified several compounds that could be used to treat a rare and deadly neurological disorder. Read More
Canine influenza vaccine found effective against secondary infections
Recent research by Ron Schultz, professor and chair of the Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, has shown the newly approved Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) vaccine to be effective not only in reducing length, severity and spread of the virus, but also in protecting against secondary infections. Read More
UW School of Veterinary Medicine advances spinal cord injury treatments
A full recovery from a spinal cord injury? Don't hold your breath. Read More
Veterinary students host symposium
More than 1,500 students from across the United States will descend on Madison from March 11-13 as the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine becomes the latest university to host the SAVMA Symposium. Read More
Novel compound found effective against avian influenza virus
A novel compound is highly effective against the pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus, including some drug-resistant strains, according to new research led by a University of Wisconsin–Madison virologist. Read More
Virus hybridization could create pandemic bird flu
Genetic interactions between avian H5N1 influenza and human seasonal influenza viruses have the potential to create hybrid strains combining the virulence of bird flu with the pandemic ability of H1N1, according to a new study. Read More
Expectant mom’s flu exposure stunts baby’s brain development
For expectant mothers, catching even a mild case of the flu could stunt brain development in their newborns, according to a new study conducted in rhesus macaques. Read More
Expert on equine disaster situations to speak at UW–Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine continuing education program will host the 21st annual seminar "Horse Emergencies: Being Prepared During Disaster Situations" on Saturday, Feb. 20. Read More
Compound found to safely counter deadly bird flu
The specter of a drug-resistant form of the deadly H5N1 avian influenza is a nightmare to keep public-health officials awake at night. Read More
Muscle mass maintenance under scrutiny
When muscles are not pressed into service, they begin to lose mass. Read More
Researcher studies monkeys in Africa to better understand virus evolution
Despite the importance of AIDS in human health, scientists still know very little about the diversity and ecology of AIDS-like viruses in nature. Read More