VMBS Recognizes 2025 Outstanding Alumni, Rising Star
The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) recognized five former students at the 2025 Outstanding Alumni & Rising Star Awards Ceremony on June 6. The Outstanding Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed by the school and recognizes those who have reached a level of success in their professional careers that […]
Texas A&M College Of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences Breaks Ground On New Veterinary Hospital
The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) celebrated the groundbreaking of the Linda & Dennis Clark ’68 Small Animal Teaching Hospital on June 6, commemorating the beginning of a new chapter for veterinary medicine in Texas. Leaders from The Texas A&M University System and the Texas A&M Foundation joined key donors […]
VMBS Professor Receives Top Research Article Award For Study Of Swine Reproduction
A research publication on swine reproduction led by Texas A&M University professor Dr. Gregory Johnson has been selected as the 2024 Top Research Article by the journal Biology of Reproduction, the official publication of the Society for the Study of Reproduction (SSR). Johnson, a professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ (VMBS) […]
Scratching Beneath The Surface: Keeping Pets Flea-Free
The summer heat has crept in — and with it the critters that have owners and pets alike itching. Fleas, in particular, have a tendency to make themselves at home in your carpet, bedding, and, worst of all, your pet’s fur, inflicting constant irritation and posing potential health risks to their hosts. Dr. Lori Teller, […]
Research Collaboration Discovers Medical Use For Chewing Gum Sweetener
A sweetener commonly found in chewing gum can replace toxic additives in hydrogels used to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. Imagine treating chronic illness not with pills, but with soft, flexible electronic implants seamlessly integrated into the body. The materials for such implants already exist — they just needed a sweet touch. […]
Human Clinical Trial Begins For Texas A&M-Discovered Drug To Treat Angelman Syndrome
Developed by biopharmaceutical company Ultragenyx, GTX-102 is the first clinically developed drug targeting the genetic causes of Angelman syndrome rather than symptoms. The first therapeutic drug for Angelman syndrome (AS) — discovered by Texas A&M researchers — has begun human trials, bringing it one step closer to potentially becoming available to patients. GTX-102 was discovered […]
When The Knee Gives Out: Understanding TPLO Surgery
It often starts subtly — a slight limp, a hesitation before jumping, or a pet struggling to use one of their back legs. While these signs could indicate temporary soreness or a minor sprain, they may also point to a much more serious issue, a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL). This common injury can significantly […]
From Uncertain Beginnings To Bold Leadership: How One Texas A&M McAllen Student Overcame Challenges And Formed A New Community
Rather than backing down in the face of difficulty, Rita Mahurin rose to meet the challenges of her biomedical sciences courses, empowering her to serve as a force for good in her future role as a healthcare professional. Rita Mahurin’s story is a reminder that true growth doesn’t come from an easy path — it […]
Texas A&M Celebrates Its First Cohort Of Dual Veterinary Medicine, Public Health & Epidemiology Graduates
The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) celebrated the graduation of its inaugural cohort of the Master of Science in Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology (VPHE) and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Combination Degree Program during the May 2025 commencement season. As VPHE-DVM graduates, the cohort of four participated in two […]
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences Celebrates Graduation Of First Cohort Of 2+2 DVM Students
Four years after establishing its 2+2 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program, the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is celebrating the graduation of its inaugural cohort. Texas A&M’s first 15 2+2 students — who began their veterinary educations at the VMBS’ Veterinary Education, Research, & Outreach (VERO) campus in Canyon, […]
