Honoured for their efforts to improve animal care
Experts from the University of Edinburgh’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies have been honoured for their contributions to the profession.
Richard Mellanby received the 2016 Petplan Scientific Achievement Award for his contributions to clinical research.
Richard leads the small animal medicine team at the University’s hospital and is an intermediate clinical fellow for the Wellcome Trust.
His research looks at understanding the factors involved in the initiation and resolution of inflammation in animals.
Heather Bacon took home the CEVA Chris Laurence Vet of the Year award in recognition of her commitment to the continued improvement of animal welfare.
Heather leads education programmes to improve the care of animals across the globe. She is veterinary welfare education and outreach manager in the Jeanne Marching International Centre for Animal Welfare Education.
Commenting on the awards, Professor David Argyle, head of the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies said: “These awards are fiercely competitive so I am delighted to see two exceptional members of staff recognised for their achievements.”
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