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Avian Influenza Spread Beyond a Backyard Coop on an Illinois Farm, Analysis Finds
October 6, 2026 / Research News

An outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza virus that nearly wiped out an Illinois farmer’s backyard flock also spread to a domestic cat and wild rats on the farm, an analysis of the animals by…
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Research Spotlight: Patrick Barko

October 12, 2026 / Research Spotlight

Using about 60 words, how would you explain your main area of research focus to someone sitting next to you on an airplane? My research is focused on understanding how compounds produced by gut microbes…
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Practicing the Principles of Seizure Management

October 02, 2026 / Practitioner Updates

Do you have neurophobia? If you’ve ever felt your heart rate increase when a seizuring patient walks through the door, you’re not alone. The term “neurophobia” describes the anxiety many medical students and clinicians experience…
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Small Animal Orthopedic Surgery

September 18, 2026 / Jobs

The College of Veterinary Medicine is looking for a veterinary orthopedic surgeon to join our team to deliver clinical service, and engage in teaching.

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Illinois Opportunities Foster Zoo/Wildlife Careers

September 09, 2026 / Message from the Dean

This message will appear in the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association Epitome.  It may not be intuitive when you consider our geographic location, but the Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine plays a prominent role in the…
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