Midwestern University

Project Abstract Within the Purview of One Health, This Project Aims to Foster Interdisciplinary Research and Collaborative Efforts at Midwestern University's College of Veterinary Medicine That Enhance the Well-being of Animals, Humans, and the Ecosystem. There Is a Shared Commitment Among Dedicated Faculty Across Both Basic and Clinical Disciplines to Explore Animal and Human Diseases to Promote the Core Tenants of One Health. to Reach These Objectives, We Will Address the Following Aims: 1) Explore the Epidemiology and Pathogenesis of Infectious Diseases Afflicting Both Animals and People. This Will Encompass Prevalent Conditions Within Our County, State, and Nation, Particularly Related to Vector-borne Diseases; 2) Facilitate Research Concerning Immunology and Pathology of Animal and Human Infections Using Various Assays to Explore the Impact of These Infections on Host Immune Responses and Disease Progression; and 3) Pioneer Intervention Strategies That Address Treatment of These Infections. Leveraging Innovative Facilities and Animal Models With an Emphasis on Livestock/farm Animals, Our Research Seeks to Develop Groundbreaking Solutions for Safeguarding Health Across Species. Within This Framework, We Will Ensure That Our Approach Aligns With the Usda's Mission to Secure the Health and Well-being of Both Agricultural and Natural Ecosystems.