A team of researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Georgia (UGA) has received more than $4 million from federal and non-governmental organizations to support research on Chagas disease prevalence, diagnostics and treatment to benefit both dogs and humans.

The EU-funded WiLiMan-ID project (https://www.wiliman-id.eu/)  is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new short film series, The Deadly Five. This series is aimed at raising awareness of five critical animal infectious diseases, classified as high priority. Each film in the series focuses on a different disease and the experts studying and fighting them, highlighting the risks each disease poses to animal and public health, as well as the strategies being developed to mitigate their impact.

Amanda Lo McGregor, a professional violinist turned veterinary student, is pursuing her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Western University with a focus on exotic animal care, wildlife conservation, and practice ownership. A New York native now in Los Angeles, Amanda has performed alongside stars like Beyoncé and Ed Sheeran. She balances her studies with family life and a passion for music, inspired by her mentor’s advice to master the basics and always seek joy. This article explores Amanda’s journey from concert stages to veterinary clinics and her vision for the future.