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The course serves as an introduction to the science and practice of veterinary medicine. Aspects of the anatomy and physiology, and their clinical applications along with introducing other clinical specialties will provide insight into the knowledge that supports the practice of veterinary medicine. Content will also offer insight into the diversity of career options available in this and related fields. Study will be at the level of introductory undergraduate course material.

This course introduces students to genomic data science using real genomic datasets from cutting edge dog genetic research. Students will learn key background concepts for understanding genomics, develop key skills for accessing and evaluating genomic data, and discuss future opportunities and ethical concerns regarding dog and human genetic testing. As part of the course, students will be introduced to both genetics and data science and will also have the option to do commercial genetic testing on their own pet dog. This is an intensive, interactive course including asynchronous lecture material, live office hours, online discussion and quizzes, and multiple problem sets involving different genetic databases.

General course in animal physiology emphasizing principles of operation, regulation, and integration common to a broad range of living systems from the cellular to the organismal level. Structure/function relationships are stressed along with underlying physico-chemical mechanisms.

Introduction to principles and methods of pathology. Pathology role in stem cell research, regenerative medicine and cancer biology. Systematic evaluation of mouse models, with a particular attention to such topics as experimental design, model validation, identification of novel phenotypes, histotechnology and mouse necropsy.

A laboratory animal veterinarian must be trained in the regulatory aspects of research and teaching utilizing animals; in addition they must understand the principles of facility management and design. Also, to work with researchers, a lab animal veterinarian must have knowledge of basic research methodologies and animal welfare issues. This course may also be of interest to other veterinarians, graduate students, and researchers who wish to understand the workings of the specialized field that oversees and enables the use of animals in research and teaching. The topics covered include: Laboratory Animal Medicine: Laws, Regulations, and Policies; Design and Management of Animal Facilities; Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Euthanasia; Techniques of Experimentation; Control of Biohazards used in animal research; Selected zoonoses/xenozoonoses; Genetic monitoring; Transgenic and knock-out mice; Factors influencing animal research; Animal models in biomedical research; Research in Lab Animal and Comparative Medicine; Lab Animal Behavior. The course will meet for 1 hour weekly and will extend over the course of two years, though each term is independent and can be taken separately.

Intended for veterinarians entering the field of laboratory animal medicine. It may also be of interest to other veterinarians and researchers with a basic knowledge of anatomy and pathology who use animals in research or teaching. This course will cover the main laboratory animal species (rodents, rabbits, non-human primates, ruminants, swine, dogs, cats, ferrets, reptiles, amphibians, and fish). The biology, husbandry, diseases, pathology, and main research uses of these species will be covered. The course will meet for 2 hours weekly and will extend over the course of two years.

Designed to train graduate students in public presentation and critical analysis of scientific data. Students are required to give a seminar on their research, and provide constructive feedback to others on the quality of their presentation and data.