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AHVLA PhD opportunity on offer
PhD on Equine Infectious Anemia Virus

 The Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency (AHVLA) is offering postgraduate students the opportunity to undertake a PhD into Equine infectious anemia virus (EIAV), a worldwide virus which is significant to both Defra and the EU.

The intention is to use next generation sequencing approaches to conduct genetic studies and use cell culture approaches, combined with analysis such as microarray using primary myeloid cells to correlate genotypic and phenotypic differences.

Little is known about the genomic variability across strains of the virus, or the genetic correlation with disease progression and pathogenesis. It is hoped the research will shed light on whether EIAV is actually one virus, or exists as distinct virus species.

The majority of the work will be undertaken at AHVLA, Addlestone.

Applications are invited from postgraduate students holding either a first class or upper second class honours degree.

CVs and a covering letter should be sent to phdprogramme@ahvla.gsi.gov.uk by Monday 6th August 2012. 

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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.