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October 22, 2012
CVM NewsCalendar is a biweekly newsletter for faculty, staff, and students of the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. Please submit news and calendar items to Sue Kirchoff, editor, at kirchoff@umn.edu by noon the Friday before publication.
In this issue - College news
- In memory: Robert K. Anderson
- Research Day celebrates research, researchers, and research partners
- RESPOND project update: One Health university networks in Africa and Southeast Asia
- Blood drive draws 12 new donors
- Funding opportunities available
- Fan mail: a message of thanks
- Happy Open Access Week!
- Community Fund Drive runs through October
- Faculty and staff news
- Frederic David and John Deen newly board certified
- Carl Osborne and Chloe featured in Tails from Minnesota
- In the news
- We Can Ride
- The Raptor Center promotes lead-free ammunition
- Distinguished Research Partner Award
- Use of controlled substances in research
- Polar bear patient
- Class of 1993 alumna
- Calendar
- Clinical Investigation Center
- Need a home
- Female tabby cat
- Blood donors need foster homes
- Links
 In memory: Robert K. Anderson
One of the College of Veterinary Medicine’s most accomplished faculty members, Dr. Robert K. (R.K.) Anderson, passed away October 18 at the age of 90. A bright and highly accomplished veterinarian, Anderson remained active in his role as an animal behaviorist and professor emeritus in veterinary public health until weeks before his death. Read more
Research Day celebrates research, researchers, and research partners The College of Veterinary Medicine's Points of Pride Research Day event included poster presentations, seminars, and the presentation of the Pfizer Research Excellence Award, Distinguished Research Alumnus Award, Distinguished Research Partner Award, and poster competition awards on October 10.
RESPOND project update: One Health university networks in Africa and Southeast AsiaRESPOND’s two networks, South East Asia One Health University Network and One Health Central and Eastern Africa, are building capacity to train individuals and institutions to collaborate in addressing complex global issues. University of Minnesota efforts have helped establish and develop the networks, with many of the U’s innovative programs being adopted in various global settings. - A first-of-its-kind One Health residency program at Makerere University in Uganda, based on the successful veterinary public health residency program at the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), is now recruiting residents from Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Kenya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Tanzania. The program has already received recognition, with a presentation on its development at the EcoHealth 2012 conference in Kunming, China, just this past week.
- Programs targeting collaborative training of veterinarians and nurses in applied field experiences are getting underway in Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, and Uganda.
- Risk-analysis courses and applied training are being requested by colleagues and counterparts from African and Southeast Asian countries, as are One Health advocacy, policy, and leadership courses. In Southeast Asia, an Emerging Zoonotic Disease course has already been conducted with faculty participation from the CVM, with plans to expand the course to include additional universities. Wildlife disease surveillance and EcoHealth partnerships are additional areas of collaboration being requested from global partners.
University of Minnesota faculty from the College of Veterinary Medicine, School of Public Health, and School of Nursing have been integral in the development of global One Health core competencies in curriculum, continuing education, and community-based activities for health professionals, aiming to synergize One Health efforts around the globe. To learn more and participate in some of these activities, contact John Deen or Katey Pelican.
Blood drive draws 12 new donorsTwelve new donors were among those who donated 33 units of blood at the October 5 College of Veterinary Medicine blood drive. Because blood contains three components—plasma, platelets, and red blood cells—the 33 units can be used to save up to 99 lives, says a representative of Memorial Blood Centers, which hosted the event. Funding opportunities available- Proposals for the fall 2012 Mini Grants competition sponsored by the Institute on the Environment are due Nov. 1. Faculty, staff, and students from across the University are invited to apply for funding. IonE Mini Grants seek to spur new collaborations across disciplines, units, and campuses by providing small amounts of funding (from $500 to $3,000, with average grants being $1,500), administrative support (including organizing and staffing meetings), and space (for meetings, small conferences, new courses, reading groups, etc.). For more information, see Mini Grants.
- The Food Policy Research Center (FPRC) is requesting applications to fund innovative food and nutrition policy analyses. Preference will be given to trans-disciplinary faculty teams who solicit broad input and examine policies from multiple perspectives such as public health, economics, and the environment. One-page letters of intent are due Nov. 15. For more information, see FPRC News. The FPRC is a joint effort of five partnering academic units—College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resource Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Humphrey School of Public Affairs, Minnesota Extension Service, and School of Public Health—and 20 participating centers and institutes.
- A request for applications has been issued by the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) for its Research Education, Training, and Career Development programs. CTSI has three opportunities designed to support junior investigators as they build independent research careers. Investigators may apply for the New Investigator Pre-K Pilot Grant, the K to R Transition Grant, and the R to R Pilot Grant. Application deadline: December 10. For eligibility criteria, an application, and more information, see CTSI.
Fan mail: a message of thanksAmber Winter, research study technician in the Clinical Investigation Center, recently received this heartwarming message from a family whose dog is enrolled in the "LICKing Lymphoma" study: Please share this e-mail with all of the people at the Veterinary Medical Center that participated in the care of Raleigh about a year ago. I'm sure there were many dedicated students and professionals that we probably didn't even know were helping take care of him. It was about a year ago you told us that, without treatment of his lymphoma, he would have only 1-2 months more. We just wanted you to know that at age 13, he is doing well, with no signs of the lymphoma lumps returning in his neck, and a clean bill of health from our friends at the Stillwater Animal Hospital. He wishes he could be there to see all of you, but he's very busy sleeping on the sofa. Thanks to all of you he is living the good life of an old dog, with a comfortable routine of sleeping in, monitoring the neighborhood activity, sniffing out the rabbits in the back yard, barking at the cocker spaniel next door, happily greeting visitors, enjoying daily Pupperonis, and savoring as much petting and loving as we can give him, which he returns back to us a hundredfold. Thank you all!
Warm regards,
Julie, Karl and Raleigh Happy Open Access Week!October 22-28 marks the Sixth Annual International Open Access Week, when the international scholarly community celebrates the growing availability of published research to people around the world. At the University of Minnesota this year, you may see graduate students and Libraries staff members out around campus in orange shirts celebrating and raising campus awareness. But in case you don't run into one of the crew, they want you to know the most important bit of news they're sharing this year: the establishment of the new Open Access Publishing Fund, to help authors defray costs associated with some kinds of open-access publications. Visit http://z.umn.edu/openaccess for more information. As always, if you are interested in retaining some or all copyrights in your published works, Andre Nault in the Veterinary Medical Library has information, resources, and experience to share. Visit the library or contact Andre at naulta@umn.edu or 612-624-5376.
Community Fund Drive runs through OctoberThe University of Minnesota Community Fund Drive started October 1 and continues through October 31. This year, the U's goal is to achieve 40 percent participation from colleges, departments, and units. To learn more about the drive and make a pledge, visit www1.umn.edu/cfd/.
Faculty and staff news (top) Frederic David and John Deen newly board certified Dr. Frederic David, assistant clinical professor, recently passed the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging certification exam and is now a board-certified diplomate in medical imaging. Dr. John Deen, professor, is newly board certified as a founding member of the American College of Animal Welfare. Carl Osborne and Chloe featured in Tails from Minnesota
Dr. Carl Osborne and his mobility-assist dog, Chloe, were featured in the Fall issue of Tails from Minnesota, a magazine for friends and supporters of Can Do Canines. "Just What the Doctor Ordered" is online at http://can-do-canines.org/tails-from-minnesota-fall-2012/.
In the news (top) We Can Ride
"We Can Ride Group No Longer Can Ride at U," an article in the October 17 issue of the Star Tribune, quoted Dean Trevor Ames about the University's decision not to renew We Can Ride's lease at the Equine Center. The lease ends Oct. 31. The Raptor Center promotes lead-free ammunition
Dr. Julia Ponder, Gail Buhl, and Maxime the bald eagle were on KARE 11 to talk about the benefits of using lead-free ammunition. The story is online at http://www.kare11.com/news/article/995207/16/Raptor-Center-promoting-lead-free-ammunition. Distinguished Research Partner Award
"Newport Laboratories Honored with Award from U of M," an article in the October 12 issue of the Worthington Daily Globe, reported on the Distinguished Research Partner Award received by Newport Laboratories at the College of Veterinary Medicine on Research Day. It included quotes from Randy Simonson, president, and a picture of Newport Laboratories researchers. Use of controlled substances in research
Scott Wood, director of the Veterinary Medical Center's pharmacy, was interviewed for a Minnesota Daily article about the use of controlled substances in research. The story is online at http://www.mndaily.com/2012/10/17/u-cuts-state-reg-controlled-substance-research.
Polar bear patient
The Alexandria Echo Press, Duluth News Tribune, Pierce County Herald, Rochester Post-Bulletin, and WDIO-TV reported that Berlin, the polar bear who briefly escaped from her Lake Superior Zoo exhibit during the June 20 flood, underwent surgery at the Veterinary Medical Center and was returned to her temporary home at Como Zoo. The News Tribune story is online at www.duluthnewstribune.com/event/article/id/246680/; the WDIO story is at www.wdio.com/article/stories/S2801836.shtml?cat=10335. Class of 1993 alumna
Dr. Kim Olson, class of 1993, was profiled in AgriNews on October 16. The story is online at www.agrinews.com/olson/is/veterinarian/and/dairy/farmer/story-4919.html.
Regular meetings, seminars, and rounds
New Employee Orientation: Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-noon, 458 Veterinary Medical Center CVM Research Seminars: Wednesdays, 3 p.m., 125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine Veterinary Clinical Sciences Grand Rounds: Thursdays, 8 a.m., 135 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine or 145 Veterinary Science Comparative Oncology Seminar: Every second Thursday of the month, noon, 280 Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory Large Animal Grand Rounds: Fridays, 8-9 a.m., Nutrena Conference Center, Leatherdale Equine Center Seminars on Teaching/Conversations on Teaching: Fridays, noon-12:50 p.m., 202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
Tuesday, October 23 U of M Food Day: Food Good for Eating
Learn more at www.hfhl.umn.edu/. Hill's Pet Food Distribution
Noon-12:45 p.m., 5:00-5:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital Wednesday, October 24 U of M Food Day: Food Good for Thinking
Learn more at www.hfhl.umn.edu/. Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m., 5:00-5:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital CVM Research Seminar
Gallibacterium anatis—from Baptism to Requiem
Presented by Dr. Miki Bojesen, Veterinary Disease Biology, Section of Microbiology, University of Copenhagen
Hosted by Dr. Tim Johnson
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Thursday, October 25 Hill's Pet Food Distribution
7:00-7:45 a.m., Noon-12:45 p.m.
Gortner Avenue dock, Large Animal Hospital PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Microglia: Sending and Responding During Neurological Diseases
Presented by Julie Olson, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Wisconsin, Madison (School of Dentistry/College of Veterinary Medicine faculty candidate)
12:30-1:30 p.m.
11-157 Phillips Wangensteen Building, Surgery Conference Room, Minneapolis Campus
Pizza and beverages will be provided. Everyone is welcome to attend. Friday, October 26 Conversations on Teaching
What's on the NAVLE?
Presented by Laura Molgaard and Peggy Root
Noon-12:50 p.m.
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Wednesday, October 31 CVM Research Seminar
Targeted Therapy in Companion Animal Cancers: Aurora Kinases and CK2
Presented by Drs. Claire Cannon and Vikram Verma
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700
November Thursday, November 1 PharmacoNeuroImmunology Seminar
Presented by Dr. Stephanie Valberg
12:30-1:30 p.m.
11-157 Phillips Wangensteen Building Mather Lecture
Role of Ultra-Fast CT in Difficult Medical Cases
Presented by Dr. Dan Feeney and Dr. Chris Ober
7:00-8:30 p.m. (complimentary light dinner at 6:30 p.m.)
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
For more information and to register, go to www.cvm.umn.edu/vetmedce/events/mather/home.html. Friday, November 2 Seminar on Teaching
Using Multimedia Tools to Enhance Online Instruction and Peer Group Interactions
Presented by Nima Salehi, School of Nursing
Noon-12:50 p.m
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Wednesday, November 7 CVM Research Seminar
Endocannabinoid Signaling and Modulation of Bladder Pain
Presented by Dr. Dale Bjorling, University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine
Hosted by Dr. Robert Washabau
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Thursday, November 8Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association Fall Seminar
Your Patients Are Crazy! Learn How to Help Them: Behavior Modification to Profit Center
Presented by Dr. Lisa Radosta, Florida Veterinary Behavior Service
9:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
Continuing Education and Conference Center
Learn more at www.mvma.org/FallStaffSeminar2012.asp. Comparative Oncology Seminar
Genetic Background Influences Delayed Response to Chronic Doxorubicin Treatment in Male Spontaneous Hypertension-Heart Failure, Spontaneously Hypertensive, and Wistar Kyoto Rats
Presented by Dr. Leslie Sharkey, Veterinary Clinical Sciences Department
Noon
280 Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
Pizza will be served. Friday, November 9 Conversations on Teaching
Activities/Strategies That Instructors Can Use to Enhance Intercultural Learning in Their Classrooms
Presented by Barbara Kappler and Gayle Woodruff
Noon-12:50 p.m.
215 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Wednesday, November 14 CVM Research Seminar
Presented by Dr. Al Levine, dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resouce Sciences
3 p.m.
125 Animal Science/Veterinary Medicine
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Contact: Jaclyn Barnes, barne063@umn.edu or 612-624-2700 Thursday, November 15Give to the Max Day
The Raptor Center is a beneficiary of this annual fundraising event. Help TRC "Max the Match. Friday, November 16 Seminar on Teaching
Presented by Ann Minenko
Noon-12:50 p.m
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center Thursday, November 22-Friday, November 23 University closed for Thanksgiving holiday Friday, November 30Conversations on Teaching
Cognitive Stuffing
Presented by Erin Malone
Noon-12:50 p.m.
202 Pomeroy Student-Alumni Learning Center
Dogs are needed for a variety of studies in cancer, dentistry, dermatology, internal medicine, neurology, and orthopedics/surgery, some of which cover part of the cost of care. For information about current studies, visit the Clinical Investigation Center website at www.cvm.umn.edu/cic/current.
Need a home (top) Female tabby cat
A 3-4-year-old spayed female tabby cat needs a new home. The small domestic shorthair is an indoor-only kitty, up-to-date on vaccinations, and loves people. Contact Anna at acrenier@umn.edu or 612-750-8245. Blood donors need foster homes
These Veterinary Medical Center blood donors need foster homes. For more information or to meet the animals, contact Beth Olmstead at johns547@umn.edu. - Dawson, a red and white neutered male 2-year-old fox hound. He is a little shy, and staff are working on his leash skills. Very sweet boy.
- Gita, a 1-year-old shepherd mix, is very shy and requires special attention. She does well with other dogs, but needs to be placed in a home without children.
Links (top) AVMA News Bytes and other news
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