Please click on the individual links to find out more about our current projects and initiatives. Squirrel health and genomics At the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies we conduct research into squirrel health and genomics and conduct post-mortem examinations on red squirrels for the purpose of disease surveillance. Disease risk analysis and wildlife translocations We have expertise in disease risk analysis (health risk analysis) and disease management for wildlife translocations. Trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) in Zambia We have been conducting research into trypanosomiasis in the Luangwa Valley, Zambia since 2004. Eurasian beaver health and welfare We have had long-term involvement in the conservation of Eurasian beavers in Scotland and work to safeguard their health and welfare. Avian influenza We are part of a project assessing the ecology and impacts of avian influenza in wild bird populations in the UK. Deer research projects Our team provides clinical support and advice for a range of deer research projects, primarily for red deer but also other species. Wildcat health We have been involved in wildcat conservation in Scotland for many years. Restoring Upland Nature We provide veterinary support this charity, which is building on the achievements of the successful South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project. Other recent wildlife health and Conservation Medicine projects Here we list some other recent projects. Awareness-based systems change approaches to animal welfare and nature conservation Application of awareness-based systems change principles to working equine and wild animal welfare. Pedagogy and curriculum transformation Curriculum Transformation Project: developing ecological, emotional and vertical literacy in Higher Education. This article was published on 2024-09-02
