Projects
Evaluating Antimicrobial Resistance surveillance in the United Kingdom from a One Health perspective
People: Houda Bennani, Barbara Haesler, Katharina Staerk
The aim of the project is to assess the value of integrated antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance systems in the UK. Our objective is to produce a specific tool to evaluate the performance of AMR integrated surveillance systems, which will allow us to assess whether integrated surveillance generates an added value. This will enable policy makers to make the most cost effective decisions.
EXPLORE
People: Kelsey Spence, Jackie Cardwell
The 'EXotic disease Prevention: Learning from horse Owners to inform Research & Education' (EXPLORE) project aims to improve exotic disease awareness and preparedness within the non-racing horse population.
Field approaches to identifying Mycobacterium bovis infection in badger populations
People: Julian Drewe, Svetlana Buzdugan
We are developing evidence-based practical solutions to help reduce levels of TB in badger populations.
HOOVES: HOrse Owners Views on Equine Science
People: Chantil Sinclair, Nicola Menzies-Gow, Jackie Cardwell
HOOVES is a mixed-methods study investigating horse carers' awareness of evidence-based best practices, using laminitis as an exemplar for other important equine welfare issues. This study aims to enable communication between researchers and horse carers to be optimised.
Improving animal health surveillance through better engagement between farmers, vets and government
People: Mary Tivey, Julian Drewe, Jackie Cardwell, Elisa Lewis
This study will use qualitative research methods including semi-structured interviews and focus groups to explore the thoughts, opinions and experiences of both farmers and veterinary surgeons concerning the UK scanning surveillance system.
Interdisciplinary Food Systems Teaching and Learning (IFSTAL)
People: Barbara Haesler, Louise Whatford, Niko Dadios, Helena Diffey
Cross-university, interdisciplinary food systems training to improve food security and environmental outcomes.
Investigation of potential disease transmission between wild boar and livestock in Great Britain
People: Sonny Bacigalupo, Julian Drewe
A study of wild boar in the Forest of Dean to assess the potential role of wild boar in future disease outbreaks.
Investigation of the relationship between livestock value chains and nutritional status of women and children: a pilot study in Kenya
People: Barbara Haesler, Jonathan Rushton
We are investigating the relationship between consumers’ access to and use of different food sources and their nutritional status, specifically in low-income households in Nairobi, Kenya.
LinkTADs
People: Dirk Pfeiffer, Javier Guitian, Julian Drewe
Linking Epidemiology and Laboratory Research on Transboundary Animal Diseases and zoonoses in China and the EU.
Nature versus nurture: modelling environmental and genetic contributions to risk of racecourse injury in UK Thoroughbreds
People: Kristien Verheyen
This three year study is a collaboration between the Royal Veterinary College and the British Horseracing Authority and is funded by the Horserace Betting Levy Board.