UW Lab Animal Medicine Club

Short Course Scholarships

2009-03-04T12:51:00.000-08:00

Hi everyone,
The annual Charles River Short Course (see link) will be held June 15-18 this year in Danvers, MA. In addition the the scholarships offered through CRL, ACLAM also has an award available. Applications must be sent electronically; I've put a copy of the application in our lab animal club folder on the share drive. In addition to the form, you need to send them a CV, personal statement, transcripts, proposed budget, and recommendation letter. See the form for detailed instructions. Applications are due April 1st.

Scientists make HIV strain that can infect monkeys

2009-03-03T08:49:00.000-08:00

University of Michigan Summer Lab Animal Externship

2008-12-27T16:27:00.001-08:00

2009 VETERINARY STUDENT SUMMER EXTERNSHIP
IN LABORATORY ANIMAL MEDICINE

Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Are you interested in clinical veterinary medicine AND veterinary science?

Do you want to work with a variety of non-traditional species?

Are you curious about the cutting edge science
that defines the human and animal biomedical fields?

If so, we would like to encourage you to spend the summer with the Unit for Laboratory Animal Medicine (ULAM) at the University of Michigan Medical School. Join a group of 7 veterinary residents, 5 clinical laboratory animal veterinarians, 6 research veterinarians, 3 veterinary pathologists, and 8 veterinary technicians that work collaboratively to promote the health and well-being of numerous laboratory animal species utilized in biomedical research.

Over the 12-week funded externship, each student will gain experience in clinical medicine and research, necropsy and pathology, animal surgery, and animal colony management. In order to gain further appreciation for the broad practice of laboratory animal medicine, students will “shadow” the clinical veterinary residents. Additional training experiences will include participation in journal clubs, seminar series, and management teams.

Each student will be expected to participate in a mentored research project, with the goal of presenting the work to the department at the completion of the externship. This research project will comprise 50% of the student’s effort, and may be selected based on personal interests or on current clinical research efforts within the department. No previous research experience is required. Applications must be received by February 2, 2009.

The field of laboratory animal medicine is challenging, intellectually-stimulating, and diverse, with a wealth of employment opportunities currently available throughout the country. We encourage you to work with us in our specialty field of laboratory animal medicine this summer!

Application materials can be accessed at http://www.ulam.umich.edu/academic/summerextern.htm

For further information, contact:
Lesley A. Colby, DVM, MS, DACLAM
734-615-7179; lacolby@umich.edu

Residency Program - Cornell

2008-10-02T20:32:00.000-07:00

Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency. Cornell Center for Animal Resources and Education (CARE) in Ithaca, NY has an opening in an ACLAM-accredited laboratory animal residency starting July 2009. The objective of this 3 year residency program is to train graduate veterinarians for a career in biomedical/agricultural research, by providing them with the knowledge and experience necessary to achieve certification by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM). As outlined in the ACLAM Role Delineation Document, the resident will receive training to advance the humane care and responsible use of laboratory animals. These skills include clinical diagnosis and treatment, research support, knowledge of animal husbandry programs, IACUC responsibilities, development of animal models, and collaborative research projects. Guidance and adequate time is provided to enable a first author publication in a peer-reviewed journal, as required for ACLAM board eligibility. Opportunity exists for a concurrent master’s degree through the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in the Field of Comparative Biomedical Research. The large size and diverse nature of the Cornell University animal resources program provides the resident with active participation in the many facets of laboratory animal medicine. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences maintains production herds of dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, and poultry. This is a training niche that is not available in many programs, but it addresses a growing demand for lab animal veterinarians experienced in the care and management of agricultural species. Additional training will include rotations at New England Primate Research Center, and nearby pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions. Cornell is nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Salary is based on the NIH pay scale, plus benefits. Applicants should send curriculum vitae, statement of goals and interests, transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 reference letters to Dr. Mary Martin, Chief of Training and Development, CARE Annex, CVM, Box 14, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14850; phone (607) 253-3520, e-mail: mem235@cornell.edu.

Residency Program - Colorado State

2008-10-02T20:26:00.000-07:00

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY
TRAINING IN COMPARATIVE LABORATORY ANIMAL MEDICINE
The Colorado State University, Laboratory Animal Resources, in conjunction with
the Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology, in the College of
Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is offering a post-DVM graduate
training position in comparative animal medicine. The core program includes
residency training in laboratory animal medicine and graduate research, and is
designed to culminate in both American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine
(ACLAM) board certification eligibility, and an MS or PhD degree in the
department of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology. Clinical and didactic
training will be performed at CSU in conjunction with combined post-doctoral
training programs in veterinary anatomic and clinical pathology, and
microbiology. Residency training is facilitated by a diverse and well established
program for animal care and use at AAALAC international accredited facilities.
Graduate research training utilizes modern scientific methodology and
encourages independent thought with an emphasis on experimental design, data
interpretation, and development of written and oral communication skills.
Research opportunities include, but are not limited to, the study of bacterial and
viral pathogenesis, mycobacterial diseases, arthropod borne infectious disease,
retrovirus pathogenesis/therapy, transmissible spongiform encephalopathies,
immunoparasitology, malarial molecular biology and immunology, vector biology,
inherited metabolic disease, and diseases induced by environmental toxins.
Applicants must have a DVM or equivalent degree from a College of Veterinary
Medicine. Applications will be reviewed starting on November 3, 2008 for a
program commencing on July 1, 2009. Three years of residency and graduate
training are supported by stipends starting at approximately $32,000/year. NIH
sponsored training grants and successful applications for extramural funding
support subsequent graduate research. Benefits include paid tuition and
contributions to student health insurance. For additional information, please visit
the program web site at:
http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/mip/residency/comp_med.htm
Application instructions can be viewed at:
http://www.cvmbs.colostate.edu/mip/residency/combined.htm. Applications
should be submitted to Ms. Andrea Guillory; tel. (970) 491-7861 or by email:
gradpath@colostate.edu.
Colorado State University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Institution.

Cynomolgus Behavior in the Wild

2008-06-11T20:27:00.000-07:00

I came across this article on MSN and thought those of us who are primatologists might find it interesting. And for those of us who aren't primatologists.......the picture is cute!

The UW library system has electronic access to the International Journal of Primatology where you can find this article (the peer-reviewed one, not the media's interpretation), although I think the new issues are delayed a few months before they're posted online, so you might have to wait a while.

CDC Laboratory Animal Medicine Residency Program

2008-05-14T22:29:00.000-07:00

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) invites applications for a 2-year residency program in Laboratory Animal Medicine. The program is designed to meet the training requirements for ACLAM certification and prepares veterinarians for careers in biomedical research. The two year program consists of clinical experience paired with core didactic training in laboratory animal medicine and mentored research. Research opportunities are available in several areas including infectious diseases and biocontainment. Upon completing the two year residency program, participants will incur a two year service obligation at the CDC. A salary equivalent to a GS-9 (approximately $46,680) will be provided for the first year. Compensation during subsequent years will increase based on successful completion of the curriculum and program.=20

Candidates for this program must have a DVM or equivalent from an American Veterinary Medical Association-accredited veterinary school and passed the NAVLE, be a U.S. citizen or hold permanent residency status, and be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. A license to practice veterinary medicine in at least one state of the US is highly desirable. To apply for this program, submit official transcripts from all institutions of higher education attended and a cover letter with a statement of career goals and aspirations, curriculum vitae, and the names, telephone numbers, and addresses of three professional references. All application materials should be sent to:

Dr. Nathaniel Powell, Jr. DVM, Diplomat ACLAM
Chief Animal Resources Branch Division of Scientific Resources National Center for Prevention, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
1600 Clifton Road (MS - G28) Atlanta, Georgia 30333
Fax: 404-639-1388

Applications must be postmarked on or before May 20, 2008, for a July 1 matriculation. For more information, please contact Dr. Nathaniel Powell at 404-639-3442 or czn5@cdc.gov.
CDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a smoke-free work environment.

C.L. Davis April Newsletter

2008-05-06T06:03:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,

There is a new C.L. Davis newsletter out and some interesting meetings listed

Please check it out

University of Guelph DVSc or PhD degree in Laboratory

2008-04-15T07:29:00.000-07:00

Ontario Veterinary College
University of Guelph

Graduate Programs in Laboratory Animal Science
The Department of Pathobiology offers a DVSc or PhD degree in Laboratory Animal Science, commencing September, 2008.

The core doctorate program includes education and training in laboratory animal medicine and pathology, and graduate research. Applied clinical training will also be conducted in part at nearby research institutions including, McMaster University, the University of Toronto Health Network, and the University of Western Ontario. The program will give candidates broad experience in laboratory animal science in Canada, leading to ACLAM eligibility. The Department is committed to innovation in research and graduate research opportunities include but are not limited to the study of infectious disease and mechanisms of disease resistance in laboratory and domestic species, toxicological pathology, refinement of laboratory animal housing, and laboratory animal anaesthesia and analgesia. The research program is designed to encourage independent thought, emphasizing experimental design and reasoning, data interpretation, and development of strong written and oral communication skills. This is an outstanding opportunity for the right candidate and graduates of this program will have significant career opportunities in laboratory animal medicine and pathology, and the biomedical sciences.
Both programs require a comprehensive examination and a thesis defended successfully prior to graduation. A stipend is award annually upon satisfactory progress. Applicants must possess a DVM or equivalent qualification, be eligible for licensure in veterinary medicine in Ontario, and meet the academic standards for admission to the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Guelph. Selection of the successful applicant is based on a combination of academic criteria, relevant interest and experience, referees’ evaluations, and an assessment of the candidate’s career goals and motivation. Application forms and further information regarding graduate studies at the University of Guelph are available from the Department Web site http://www.ovc.uoguelph.ca/departments/#path
Deadline for PhD application is June 9, 2008.
Deadline for DVSc application is June 30, 2008.
To apply, candidates need to complete an on-line application accessed via the Apply on Line link at http://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/graduatestudies/index.cfm?apply. In addition, applicants must submit a current CV and a statement of career goals. Three (3) letters of reference are required for this program. Specific queries about the program may contact:
Dr. Patricia Turner
Department of Pathobiology
University of Guelph
Guelph Ontario N1G 2W1
Tel: (519) 824-4120 ext 54497
Fax: (519) 824-5930
E-mail: pvturner@uoguelph.ca
General queries about graduate studies in the Department of Pathobiology should be directed to Mrs. Donna Kangas, tel: (519) 824-4120 ext. 54725; e-mail dkangas@uoguelph.ca or may be answered by visiting http://www.uoguelph.ca/registrar/graduatestudies/index.cfm?future

Job opportunity - NYC

2008-03-10T06:15:00.000-07:00

There is a job opening at the New York State Psychiatric Institute (across the street from Columbia University) for a junior vet that could be filled by someone right out of vet school who has substantial experience in lab animal from vet school. The job is posted on the ASLAP website. The job is not a residency, but does offer the option of working with the residents at Columbia if the person is interesting in self-teaching to sit the boards. I think the position will be under the direction of Evan Shukan (our old adviser).

Please see listing in comments or contact:
Dr. Harry N. Shair
New York State Psychiatric Institute
Developmental Neuroscience, Unit 40
1051 Riverside Drive. NY, NY 10032
Email: hnsl@columbia.edu

ASLAP Veterinary Student Travel Award - Deadline June 1st

2008-03-10T06:09:00.000-07:00

The ASLAP Veterinary Student Liaison Committee (VSLC) is seeking nominations of veterinary students for the ASLAP Veterinary Student Travel Award Program. Up to 5 awards may be given this year for travel to the 2008 AALAS National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, November 9-13, 2008. For more information, please see the announcment.

New Club Officers

2008-03-07T12:32:00.000-08:00

Give a big CONGRATS! to the new club officers who take over in May...

Cassie Miller - President
Joe Hampel - President Elect
Casey Fitz - Vice President
Rebecca Sammak - Treasurer
Rober Zweig - Secretary

-Steph

Penn and Teller on PETA

2008-02-23T11:18:00.000-08:00

Some friends from Seattle sent me the link to this Penn and Teller show they did on PETA. This is a couple years old and has some rough language, but for the most part is really good.
-Steph

Part 1/3

Part 2/3

Part 3/3

here is the shortened version if you don't have time to watch the whole thing and want a synopsis.

Lan Animal Subscription

2008-02-21T08:22:00.001-08:00

Hey All,

I just signed us up for a free subscription to Lab Animal. It should start arriving in our mail box next month. We will either be putting it in the reading room or on our bulletin board for you all to look review.

In the meantime - you can access the online version at anytime. And please give me a hollar if you have any problems.

-Steph - salyer@wisc.edu

Genetech Oncology Research Position

2008-02-16T18:29:00.000-08:00

Hi All,

One of the lab animal vet's I know in California sent this summer research opportunity out to the second years. It sounds like a great opportunity to get your foot in the door of a large pharma. Gail also mentioned trying to get an externship program set up there as well, so this could be a great way to network for future opportunities.

See below:

From: Susan Christenson <christes@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu>
Date: Feb 11, 2008 8:52 AM
Subject: Fw: message for the 2nd year class
To: Class of 2010 List <class2010@svm.vetmed.wisc.edu>

Hello Second Year Class. The following is a job description and contact number for a pretty cool summer job this summer in San Francisco. We have sent some UW students to this and its great. Dr. Gail Colbern is a veterinarian and cancer research for Genentech a large biotech company that does cancer research and markets cancer therapeutics. See the job description and her contact number. I believe they put you up in San Francisco for the summer, but check on it.

Veterinary Intern, Translational Oncology:

Job Description:

Summary: This position is designed for a veterinary student, after second or third year, with interest in cancer biology, cancer treatment, drug development and/or laboratory animal medicine. Basic mouse handling skills are required. Candidates with some experience in rodent anesthetic, surgical and necropsy procedures are preferred but not required. Candidate should be motivated and willing to learn new techniques. Candidate will require good communication skills for frequent contact with other employees and groups within the organization. Candidate should be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Supervisory Responsibility: There will be no supervisory responsibilities in this position.

Education/Experience Requirement: Beyond the education and experience of at least two years in veterinary school, there is no specific experience requirement. A strong work ethic, attention to detail and desire to learn and work with new techniques is required.

Expectations for Intern Experience: Candidate will have responsibility for their own tumor model development studies during their program. Candidate will participate in group discussions and make at least one presentation during their tenure. It is expected that the candidate and supervisor will collaborate on a journal article submission during and after the Internship

Gail Colbern, DVM, MS, DACT
Senior Scientist
Genentech, Inc.
1 DNA Way, MS#72
South San Francisco, CA 94080
650.225.6871
650.225.5770 (fax)
650.796.3119 (cell)
gcolbern@gene.com

C.L. Davis Canadian Lab Animal Symposium - March 6-7

2008-02-15T17:50:00.001-08:00

Residency Training in Laboratory Animal Medicine

2008-02-10T18:13:00.000-08:00

The Ohio State University, University Laboratory Animal Resources (ULAR) has opportunities for residency training beginning July 1, 2008. Biomedical research at OSU encompasses all the health sciences including the Colleges of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Biological Sciences, Social and Behavioral Sciences. The ACLAM certified training program is 24 months and designed to provide trainees with broad exposure to all facets of laboratory animal medicine. Responsibilities include providing biomedical research support to investigators and research staff, clinical support for a wide variety of species, serving as a liaison to animal care, research, and IACUC staff concerning regulatory compliance for use of research animals, participation in training to include teaching veterinary professional students as well as research staff, conducting a research project, and preparing a research manuscript. The trainee must be highly motivated, be able to work in a multi-location research support program, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A detailed description of the training program is available at http://www.vet.ohio-state.edu/1378.htm. Columbus Ohio is a large metropolitan area providing a wide variety of cultural opportunities and very affordable cost-of living.

Qualifications: DVM/VMD from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine. The trainee will be appointed to a term-limited faculty position. Salary level will be based on current NIH post-doctoral trainee guidelines (http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-06-026.html). Previous research experience is desired.

Visit www.ular.osu.edu for additional information about the department.

Review of applicants will begin January 21, 2008. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, veterinary college transcripts, and curriculum vitae, including three professional references to:

Tionna Bronaugh, HR Specialist

University Laboratory Animal Resources

The Ohio State University

Room 111 Wiseman Hall

400 W. 12th Ave.

Columbus, Ohio 43210

New England Science Symposium - April 6, 2008

2008-02-10T17:57:00.000-08:00

The New England Science Symposium is an opportunity for biomedical and health-related researchers to present their work, exchange ideas, and expand their professional network. African-American, Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaska Native individuals are particularly encouraged to participate.

Researchers from all levels of higher education are welcome: postdoctoral fellows; medical, dental, and graduate students; post-baccalaureates; and college and community college students.

Davis Foundation Diagnostic Path of Wildlife Course April 9-11, 2008

2007-10-13T15:32:00.000-07:00

Hi Guys,
I am on the C.L. Davis mailing list and saw this conference is going to be in Madison next spring. I contacted the people hosting to see if students could possibly get discounts - although whole conference discounts aren't possible they did offer to break down the conference to daily rates if there is one particular day or event someone is interested in. Please let me know if anyone is interested in doing this and I can send you the contact info - Or just contact the foundation directly and mention that you are a UW student who would like to purchase on a daily rate (let me know if you are having any problems with this).

Where: Covance Laboratory Learning Center, Madison, WI

Description: Now in its second year, the Foundation's primary course on the pathology of wildlife takes a more in-depth look at several growing areas in this sector. This years course focuses on forensic pathology, growing human impact on patterns of wildlife disease, and pathology of cervids and marine mammals. In addition, Thursday boasts a lineup of speakers from the National Wildlife Health Center, and culminates with a tour of their facility in Madison Wisconsin. Participants also will receive a copy of Gardiner and Poynton's excellent Atlas of Metazoan Parasites in Tissue Section as part of their registration. Don't miss this outstanding symposium! http://www.cldavis.org/courses/upcoming.html#66

Updates Updates!!!

2007-10-13T14:18:00.000-07:00

Club Update:

So we had our second meeting of the year last week and I just wanted to send out an update to all those who couldn't make it...
we are going to be having several talks coming up in the following months so Mark Your Calenders!!!!!

November 9th - Melissa Luck from Harlow Primate Lab is talking about Primate Enrichment.
November 12th - Saverio "Buddy" Capuano, WNPRC's attending veterinarian, is talking about the UW Lab Animal Medicine Residency Program.
December 4th - Jean Nemzek, D.V.M. from University of Michigan is going to be talking about Humane Endpoints.
December 10th - Jennifer Bacon, UW's first LAM resident, is talking about the residency program as well as how she set up her fourth year externships.

Sign ups will be in the computer lab so put down you name for some free food!!!

Spring talks include:
Marylin Arce, current fourth year and founding president of our club, to talk about her fourth year externships and applying to residency programs.

Jennifer Dreyfus, current third year and founding club treasurer, to talk about the CRL short course she attended last summer. This is an excellent opportunity for those of you interested in this field. It is held from June 16-19 at the Boston Marriott Newton Hotel in Newton, MA. There are 4 scholarships specifically set aside for veterinary students and the application is due April 1, 2008.

We are also planning a couple different panel discussion involving researchers and veterinarians talking about how they got into the field and the ethics behind lab animal medicine.

What else????

Vivarium Tours
We are planning vivarium tours for club members - so please send me dates of when you are free during the week so we can start planning. The tours will be held throughout the UW campus and will allow for 2-3 students to tour facilities for 1-2 hours. As soon as we get dates from you we will put sign up sheets on our board for the times available.

Necropsy's at the WVDL
I have given Dr. Steinberg everyone's email regarding special necropsies and he will notify us about when something interesting comes in for us to take part in. If you want to really ambitious and get out on the floor give me a holler and I can hopefully connect you with a few people who will be more than happy to have you out there helping. Necropsy rounds are held most days at 4:30pm. Jordy, the path club president, is trying to set up an easier way to notify everyone about rounds but until then you can check downstairs in radiology for the board giving the daily schedule.

Sentinel Necropsies
So I finally got a hold of Dr. Coyle and am going to be talking to Dr. Gendron about setting up Saturday labs for this which we will alternate with the Path club. These labs will be through the RARC and should allow for about 3 students to assist or witness small rodent necropsies. When I know more about dates I will notify you all.

also - please let me know if you have any fun ideas for fund raising. I would really like to put a fund together to send some members off to conventions or special trainings.
t-shirt ideas anyone????

Review of Animal Rights Debate

2007-10-05T11:12:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

I found the review in the Badger Herald for Dr. Sandgren's debate please check it out.
Also Cassie, our VP, attended and will be talking the group about the debate on Monday. I am also trying to get copies of the debates for us to watch in future.

more from the daily cardinal
the capital times
the daily page

Animal Testing Debate

2007-09-25T08:01:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

A friend turned me on to this debate that the Alliance for Animals is hosting. I thought it might be a good opportunity for us to hear both sides of the debate and to see one of our Pathology professors!!

here is a description of the event:

Does knowledge gained from research on animals allow us to predict disease or drug response in humans?

On September 26, Eric Sandgren, DVM, PhD, will debate Ray Greek, MD on the question "Are animal models predictive for humans?"

Dr. Sandgren is an animal researcher and the chair of two animal research oversight committees at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and the acting director of the Research Animal Resource Center.

Dr. Greek is a retired anesthesiologist and author of three books on the history and current use of animals as models of human disease and drug response. He is the president of Americans For Medical Advancement.

The Debate will be held at the Wisconsin Historical Society Building at the corner of Langdon and Park St. and will begin at 7:00pm.

Seating is limited and will be available on a first come-first served basis (there are no reserved seats).

This event is sponsored by The Capital Times newspaper and will be moderated by Dave Zweifel.

ACLAM Externship Stipend Application

2007-09-12T17:29:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone,

Here is an opportunity to get that lab animal externship funded by ACLAM. You can receive a stipend up to $1000 for a LAM related externship. The deadline is September 28, 2007 but I am also putting the link up under the externship section so those who aren't quite there yet can have access in the future.

check it out
application

Info From the Site:

Individuals interested in availing themselves of a 2-3 week exposure to this profession should contact the persons on the list below. These contacts, on your behalf, can apply for $1000.00 in funding from the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine to support travel, lodging and education expenses. Externship experiences will vary by host institution, so we encourage you to shop for the program that best matches your interests.

AALAS National Meeting Oct. 14-18

2007-08-29T17:01:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone -

The AALAS National Meeting is fast approaching. Here is the preliminary schedule and registration if anyone is interested in going.

ASLAP Logo Contest - Win $$$

2007-08-29T16:36:00.000-07:00

Events Calendar is finally up!

2007-08-29T11:58:00.001-07:00

Now we can edit and add all of our club events for our members. Please let me know if you have any problems accessing it

Hello

2007-08-24T14:55:00.000-07:00

Not sure who all is signed up for this thing, but I thought I would put up some words to get things started.

I just emailed Stephanie to forward to the rest of you a logo design contest flyer from Brad Goodwin, an advisor at another ASLAP chapter and a member of the Veterinary Student Liaison Committee of ASLAP like me. Take a look when you get a chance.

-Evan