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RVC student wins AAEP scholarship
Molly
Molly Muedeking was invited to America to recieve her award.

Scholarships awarded to exceptional students and advocates of equine welfare

An undergraduate from the Royal Veterinary College was one of eight veterinary students invited to a convention in America and awarded scholarships, having been considered exceptional students and advocates of equine welfare.

The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Foundation awarded a $2,500 scholarship to final year BVetMed student Molly Muedeking. Molly was the only British or European student to be honoured. The other recipients came from Canada and the US.

The scholarships were presented during a special lunch at the AAEP's 60th Annual Convention, which took place earlier this month in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Remarking on the event, Molly said that she was "thrilled" to receive the news that she had won the scholarship.

"It was an amazing experience to be able to go to Salt Lake City for the national AAEP Conference to meet other dedicated students and listen to leading veterinarians discuss emerging research and difficult cases .”

The scholarship programme, which is now in its 26th year, awards financial support to veterinary students who are proven leaders at their veterinary schools, academic achievers and advocates for equine welfare.  

Students are nominated for the scholarship by representatives from their institutions, with supporting references from AAEP members and clinical instructors. 

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.