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Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team Receives $5M in State Funding To Support Disaster Relief Efforts

With the investment by the Texas Legislature and Gov. Greg Abbott through Senate Bill 1, the VET can build a new foundation for its teaching, outreach, and response programming. As the first and largest team of its kind in the country, the Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) plays a critical role in supporting Texas […]

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Your Smartwatch Might Know You’re Sick Before You Do — And It Might Help Stop Pandemics

Smartwatch features that measure heart rates, oxygen levels, fitness levels, and sleep quality have been marketed as valuable tools for people who are eager to monitor their health. But what if these features could do more than detect potential health issues — what if they could prevent potential health disasters such as pandemics? Recent studies […]

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Texas A&M VMBS, Royal Canin Establish Endowed Chair In Small Animal Clinical Nutrition

The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) is home to a new endowed chair in small animal clinical nutrition thanks to a $500,000 endowment from Royal Canin, a global leader in pet health nutrition and one of the billion-dollar brands of Mars, Inc. Dr. Katie Tolbert, an associate professor of small […]

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Helping Hammie Breathe Easy: Texas A&M Veterinarians Save Cat With Windpipe Obstruction

Hammie, an orange tabby, had a rough beginning — he started life as a feral kitten outside a prison in Huntsville, Texas, and even after being rescued by one of the prison’s nurses, his challenges weren’t over. After Hammie developed an unusual cough, his veterinarian detected a foreign object in his windpipe that was obstructing […]

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Veterinary Medicine Leader Appointed Dean Of Texas A&M College Of Veterinary Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

Texas A&M University has appointed nationally recognized veterinary medical leader Dr. Bonnie R. Rush as the next dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS). She will begin her new role Aug. 1, 2025. Rush currently serves as the Hodes Family Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University. Over more […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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. […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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