Bird flu is changing—and Minnesota scientists are responding. A new USDA-funded study led by @umnCVM 's Zheng Xing tracks how bird flu evolves and test a vaccine designed to protect poultry before the next outbreak hits. Read more: #UMNProud #UMNResearch.

Congrats to @umnCVM's Peter Larsen (@CVM_MNPRO) on his Seed to R01 Accelerator Grant from @GlobalHealthUMN! His project with @PublicHealthUMN in Borneo explores how mosquitoes spread viruses—critical work for improving outbreak response. Learn more:

Congratulations to Joe Bartges, @umnCVM ’s 2025 Distinguished Research Alum! A national leader in veterinary nephrology, urology, and nutrition, he has shaped the field—and generations of researchers—through a remarkable career. #UMNProud #UMNResearch.

Hank, a sweet and quirky mastiff-poodle mix, took part in a @umnCVM clinical trial testing a new immune-based treatment for lymphoma in dogs. His story is helping shape the future of cancer care for pets. Read more:

Catch the latest RIDE Seminar recording featuring Emily Coffey and Amy Treeful as they explore how microbiome research is shaping the future of veterinary and human health. The RIDE Seminar Series showcases cutting-edge research from @umnCVM and beyond.

From bees to pigs to seaweed, Declan Schroeder’s research is rewriting what we know about viral ecology—and how we protect agriculture and food systems. We're thrilled to recognize him with @umnCVM ’s 2025 Mark of Excellence Award! Read more:

Calling all horse owners! Researchers at @umnCVM are launching a major study to better understand Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) in aging horses. They're seeking equine participants to advance early diagnosis and treatment. Learn more:

New research led by @umnCVM 's Declan Schroeder in collaboration with @CFANS brings good news for pollinators: viruses transmitted from honeybees to bumblebees did not lead to new variants—important insight for conservation and pollinator health.

Dr. Noelle Noyes of @umnCVM has been awarded the 2025 Zoetis Award for Veterinary Research Excellence! Her cutting-edge work in antimicrobial resistance and infectious disease is making a global impact. 🎉 Learn more:

Thanks to @Feedstuffs for highlighting our work on wearable tech for dairy cows, led by Dr. Luciano Caixeta at @umnCVM. Using collars that track eating and rumination, the research is helping farmers optimize their herd management. More here:

Thank you to @TheLANDonline for featuring our work on PRRS virus classification, led by Dr. Kim VanderWaal and collaborators at @umnCVM, @ISUVetMed, and @USDA_ARS. Their classification system is a major step forward for disease monitoring and response.

🎉 Congratulations to Xiaomei Yue, recipient of the 2025 @umncvm Research Staff Excellence Award! Her research in swine health and disease monitoring is making a lasting impact on the future of agriculture. Read more: #UMNProud #UMNResearch.

.@umncvm’s Dr. Matt Aliota is leading the fight against tick- and mosquito-borne diseases. Backed by two NIH grants, he’s uncovering how viruses like Powassan and Zika spread and evolve, critical research for preventing future outbreaks. Learn more:

.@umncvm is proud to announce the 2025–26 Intramural Research Grant recipients! These projects tackle global health threats like AMR, cancer & parasitic disease with up to $50K in support. Congrats to Granick, Collister, O’Connor, Walcheck & Lang! More:

.@umncvm 's @haerparklang, DVM/PhD candidate, has received the prestigious @Zoetis Foundation/@AAVMC Dr. Catherine A. Knupp Scholarship for her PhD work on how T cells respond to rabies vaccination in dogs, research that could improve immune therapies.

With support from MN’s Rapid Agricultural Response Fund, @umnCVM researcher Luciano Caixeta is using wearable tech to identify which cows really need treatment—saving time, improving health, and keeping farms sustainable. Data-driven decisions and dairy:

Does your cat have osteoarthritis? @umncvm is running a clinical trial for a new treatment, and you can be part of it. Lindsay Knoll’s cat, Finley, joined after showing signs of OA, and it became part of her master’s project too. Learn more:

.@umncvm is proud to celebrate the 2025 CVM Research Award winners! Dr. Declan Schroeder, Dr. Noelle Noyes, Dr. Joe Bartges & Xiaomei Yue are honored for work in viral ecology, AMR, small animal health & swine disease. Celebrating at RIDE Summit July 16!

Three @umncvm graduate students have received 2025–26 Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships! Congrats to Shamim Ahmed (@ShamimA48438325), Dr. Fernanda Fumuso, and Ismael Karkache for this prestigious honor recognizing their research excellence. More:

Join @umncvm's Dr. Jaime Modiano & Dr. Kelly Makielski on May 20 at 7 PM ET for a webinar on early detection of canine osteosarcoma. Hear COED Study results & how a new blood test could improve outcomes for at-risk dogs. Register: