News: School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences

Industry tongue-tied over ethical horse treatment

Posted on Aug 8 2018 by admin

Equine experts have called for further investigation into tongue-ties and whether they help or harm racing horses.

On call vets and students to patrol the Royal Adelaide Show

School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences student Molly Oshiro

Posted on Jul 22 2018 by admin

University of Adelaide vets and veterinary medicine students will provide 24/7 care to valuable show animals at the upcoming Royal Adelaide Show.

Raising the baa: Animal science student wins global award

Animal science student Leesa-Joy Flanagan has won a major international award

Posted on Jun 18 2018 by admin

Research into the growth, health and profitability of lambs has landed animal science student Leesa-Joy Flannigan a major international award.

Vets warn dog owners of poisonous mushrooms

Posted on Jun 12 2018 by admin

Vets from the Faculty of Sciences have warned of the dangers of wild mushrooms after recent dog deaths in suburban Adelaide.

Cell biologist to lead the Faculty of Sciences

Posted on Jun 1 2018 by admin

Internationally esteemed cell biologist Professor Keith Jones has been appointed the new Executive Dean of the Faculty of Sciences.

Uncovering health threats to Mount Lofty koalas

Posted on Apr 24 2018 by admin

Researchers uncover the leading causes of koala death and disease in the Mount Lofty Ranges.

Online relinquishment of pets now the norm

Posted on Feb 7 2018 by admin

Online advertising of unwanted pets now makes up a large proportion of pet relinquishments across Australia, a recent University of Adelaide study has confirmed.

Kapil Chousalkar to lead the Faculty of Sciences' gender, equity and diversity

Posted on Jan 29 2018 by admin

Associate Professor Kapil Chousalkar has been appointed the Director of Gender, Equity and Diversity.