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claire and her care team

Feb. 25, 2025

Claire’s comeback

A seamless collaboration between specialties at Mizzou’s Veterinary Health Center helped Claire, a 4-year-old Llewellin English Setter, heal from life-threatening injuries and return to her happy, playful self.

Veterinary Health Center introduces state-of-the-art MRI to Missouri

Feb. 24, 2025

Veterinary Health Center introduces state-of-the-art MRI to Missouri

Mizzou is transforming veterinary care with Missouri’s first and only three-tesla MRI for animals. This groundbreaking technology delivers sharper images, faster scans and more precise diagnoses — leading to quicker treatments and better outcomes for animals.

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Feb. 18, 2025

Horse trained for equine yoga receives world-class care at Mizzou

Longtime Mizzou ophthalmologist Elizabeth Giuliano helps horse with vision-threatening eye infection.

sandy saunders at a microscope in the lab

Feb. 17, 2025

Solving the mystery of SUDEP

In an effort to understand and prevent sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP), Mizzou researchers are unraveling how autonomic dysfunction may contribute to the condition, with the potential to save lives for generations to come.

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Feb. 10, 2025

Where management meets meaning

Tommy Thompson’s 37-year Mizzou career has played a pivotal role in supporting the university’s growth, blending his management expertise, rich family legacy and a passion for helping faculty and students thrive.

Kerry Karaffa and Tiffany Sanford-Martens

Feb. 6, 2025

Do embedded counseling services in veterinary education work? A new study says “yes.”

A groundbreaking study by Mizzou researchers shows that embedded counseling services in veterinary programs significantly reduce psychological distress among trainees, highlighting the critical role of mental health support in high-stress professional education.

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Feb. 3, 2025

Photo gallery: 2025 MVMA Convention

Through panel discussions, hands-on learning opportunities and collaboration with practitioners, Mizzou CVM continues to drive innovation in animal health, strengthen professional partnerships and shape the future of veterinary medicine in Missouri and beyond. See photos from this year’s MVMA Convention.

Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Jan. 28, 2025

Q&A with Wenjun Ma: Expert insights on influenza, vaccines and global health

Influenza presents ongoing challenges due to its rapid evolution and ability to spread across species.

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Jan. 27, 2025

New therapy for dogs with cancer shows promise

When Mary Winter, BS ’81, JD ’90, of Jefferson City noticed that her rescue dog, Sadie, developed swollen lymph nodes last fall, Winter’s veterinarian confirmed what she already suspected: cancer.

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Jan. 23, 2025

Five ways to connect with Mizzou at the MVMA Convention

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Convention is coming Jan. 30 through Feb. 2. At this year’s event, Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has an extensive lineup of talks and opportunities designed to inspire, educate and connect veterinary professionals throughout the Midwest.