Office of Research

Discover how Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine's pioneering research intersects animal and human health, offering researchers a world of opportunity to lead and innovate across the globe. Our quest for groundbreaking solutions not only shapes the future of clinical practices but empowers a new generation of leaders dedicated to improving life on our planet.

Research Programs

Our research focuses on Animal Welfare Science and Human-Animal Bond, Cancer, Infectious Diseases and Immunology, Musculoskeletal Biology and Orthopedics, and Neuroscience.

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Student Research

The Veterinary Scholars Summer Research Program provides an opportunity to explore careers in clinical, diagnostic, and basic biomedical research, work with a faculty mentor to design and conduct a summer research project, participate in weekly seminars, and more!

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Clinical Trials

Our veterinary clinical trials are research studies that test the safety and effectiveness of new approaches to healthcare. With each study, we answer questions that help us find better ways to diagnose, prevent, and treat diseases that affect both animals and humans.

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One Health

The One Health Initiative is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary approach that works locally, regionally, nationally, and globally to achieve optimal health outcomes for people, animals, plants, and the environment.

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Discovery is an integral part of our mission at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine and is aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of animals and people.

Harm HogenEsch, DVM, PhD, DACVP

Former Associate Dean for Research

Research Centers and Labs

In addition to our five signature research programs, the College of Veterinary Medicine has several research centers and labs. The research centers and labs focus resources on a specific area of research and provide benefits to faculty and students associated with them.

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For PVM Researchers

Faculty Services and Resources

Find Funding

Discover research financing

Grant Search and Writing

Funding application assistance

Shared Research Facilities and Equipment

Collaborative research resources

Forms

Essential administrative documents