Veterinary and Animal Science

Veterinary and Social Science Research

Veterinarians working in research use a full range of sophisticated laboratory equipment. Veterinarians can contribute to human as well as to animal health. A number of veterinarians work with physicians and scientists as they research ways to prevent and treat various human health problems. Veterinarians help prevent, diagnose and treat health problems in a wide variety of animals. Regardless of whether the animal is a family pet, a prize-winning race horse, a dairy cow, a circus lion, or seal in a zoo, its healthcare depends on veterinarians.  Veterinary and social science research is an interdisciplinary field that explores the complex interactions between animals, humans, and society. It combines veterinary medicine with social science methodologies to address a wide range of issues related to animal health, welfare, and the human-animal bond. Here's an overview:

Research Areas: Animal Welfare-Investigating the physical and psychological well-being of animals, including farm animals, pets, and wildlife, to improve their quality of life. Human-Animal Interactions: Studying the relationships between humans and animals, including the emotional, behavioral, and therapeutic aspects of these interactions. One Health: Exploring the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health to address zoonotic diseases, food safety, and global health challenges.