On Saturday, April 20, students, faculty, staff, and friends gathered in Varsity Hall at Union South to celebrate the end of the academic year and to recognize the efforts of the exceptional people who work …
School News
UW researchers uncover new clues about the cause of common birth defects
Posted onMADISON, WI. — Cleft lip and palate are the most common craniofacial birth defects in humans, affecting more than 175,000 newborns around the world each year. Yet despite decades of research, it’s still not known …
Knowing what dogs like to watch could help veterinarians assess their vision
Posted onEver wonder what kind of TV shows your dog might choose to watch if they could work the remote control? New research from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) has some answers, …
SVM awarded $3.7 million to help prevent coronavirus infections between animals and humans
Posted onThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has awarded the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) $3.7 million in cooperative agreements to develop vaccines designed to prevent …
Study shows mRNA vaccine harnesses T-cells to combat COVID-19 in lungs
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The effectiveness of mRNA vaccines in reducing disease severity and hospitalization from COVID-19 is well established. Now, new research from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine advances our understanding of how these vaccines protect the lungs following breakthrough infections from emerging variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Three Honored With UW School of Veterinary Medicine 2023 Alumni Awards
Posted onThe University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) Alumni Association has recognized three graduates with 2023 alumni awards for achievements in advancing the veterinary medical profession, animal and human health, and humanity. The awards …
Don’t let Halloween be scary for your pets
Posted onHalloween presents more than its fair share of potentially scary situations for our companion animals, but following some basic guidelines will go a long way toward making the holiday more fun than frightening for both …
Love Your Pet? See Your Vet!
Posted onRegular doctor checkups are important for your human health and wellbeing, just as regular veterinary visits are essential for your pet. Preventative checkups help ensure your pet is healthy and avoid issues becoming urgent and …
2023 SVM Celebration of Excellence Awards
Posted onOn Saturday, April 29, students, faculty, staff, and friends gathered in the Wisconsin Ballroom at the Madison Concourse Hotel to celebrate the end of the academic year and to recognize the efforts of the exceptional …
Dinner Time
Posted onWhen the kitchen is full of baking or cooking, or the family is eating around the table, it’s tempting to want your pets to join in and slip them a piece or two of table …