Faculty & Staff
Unlocking the secrets of Alzheimer’s disease
July 25, 2025
In the battle against Alzheimer’s disease (AD), a progressive neurodegenerative condition that affects millions worldwide, new research could lead to a deeper understanding of its mechanisms and the development of more effective treatments. Dr. Ranjie Xu, a Purdue assistant professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Basic Medical Sciences and a member of the Purdue Institute for Integrative Neuroscience, is undertaking transformative research into Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
July 18, 2025
Today we are sharing our appreciation for Michelle Jenkins who is an account clerk for the Department of Comparative Pathobiology.
Purdue Researchers Develop a Novel Human Brain Model to Study Alzheimer’s Disease
July 18, 2025
Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine researchers are taking an innovative approach to studying Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Ranjie Xu, an assistant professor in the Department of Basic Medical Sciences and a member of the Purdue Institute for Integrative Neuroscience, has developed a sophisticated 3D human mini-brain model to reveal new insights into how the disease progresses and to validate promising new treatments.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
July 11, 2025
Today we are highlighting Dr. Michelle Tucker, who is an assistant professor of large animal surgery, for contributing to a rewarding learning environment here at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine.
Recognition Ceremony Honors VCS Residents, Graduate Students, and Purdue Veterinary Hospital Interns
July 11, 2025
More than 100 faculty and staff of the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences (VCS) and the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital (PVH) gathered at Lafayette’s Thomas Duncan Hall on Thursday, June 26 for the 2025 Resident and Intern Recognition Ceremony. The historic venue was a wonderful place to host this annual event that honors and celebrates the accomplishments of the VCS and PVH residents, interns, and graduate students who are completing their programs this summer.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
June 27, 2025
Today we are congratulating Jennifer Danaher, who is a department secretary for Veterinary Clinical Sciences, for being recognized as a helpful colleague in our college.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
June 20, 2025
This week we offer a very special “Paws Up” to Dr. Kathy Salisbury as she nears retirement as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and concludes a remarkable career during which she gave more than 40 years of dedicated and steadfast service to the veterinary profession, the College of Veterinary Medicine and Purdue University.
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
June 13, 2025
This week we are highlighting Scott Fix who is the Lead Facilities Manager in the Department of Veterinary Administration.
PVM Scholar Receives Purdue WGHI Pilot Grant Aimed at Advancing Women’s Health
June 13, 2025
Purdue University’s Women’s Global Health Institute (WGHI) has announced six pilot research grant awards aimed at solving critical problems in women’s health and quality of life, and one of recipients is Purdue Veterinary Medicine faculty member Viju Vijayan Pillai. Dr. Pillai is assistant professor of anatomic pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Comparative Pathobiology.
The universal socket set of vaccines: Innovative technology heralds more effective, more efficient vaccines
June 13, 2025
You fight fire with fire. And Purdue Veterinary Medicine vaccine expert Suresh Mittal fights viruses with viruses. Using innovative techniques, Dr. Mittal, Distinguished Professor of Virology in the College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Comparative Pathobiology, develops novel vaccines for viral infections including avian influenza.
