December 2023 - Davis_members

Davis-Thompson Foundation Newsletter: January 2024
by Francisco Alejandro Uzal Dec. 31, 2023

Dec. 31, 2023

Dear colleagues, Happy New Year and welcome to the January 2024 issue of the Davis-Thompson Foundation newsletter, with the compliments, as usual, of our outstanding managing editors Jeann Leal and Javier Asin. As 2023 comes to an end, we celebrate the great achievements of the Foundation during the year, all of them thanks to our fantastic volunteers all over the world. And speaking of this, please have a look at our now regular "Volunteers Corner" where we highlight the tremendous work generously done by our Foundation's volunteers. Please consider reaching out to thank them for the terrific job they do. As usual, this issue comes with abundant information on all our training activities around the globe, in English, Portuguese and Spanish. Remember that the General Pathology Course is coming up in January/February. This standout and unique course provides essential education to trainees preparing for Board certification exams and anybody else interested in learning general veterinary pathology. And the whole course is virtual. Look up this and other courses here or on our web page (https://davisthompsonfoundation.org/) This month's newsletter comes with two very interesting articles about an unusual outbreak of Western equine encephalitis in South America. And please do not miss the 2nd part of the fascinating article on "Evolution of uncertainty in surgical pathology" by Dr Paul Stromberg. Thank you Paul! Last but not least, we share again the links to a large amount of exceptional teaching material on musculoskeletal pathology of multiple animal species, generously shared by Dr Roy Pool, from Texas A&M. This is a gold mine for trainees and pathologists interested in musculoskeletal pathology; enjoy! Looking forward to seeing everyone in one of our seminars. Happy New Year! Francisco Uzal, DVM, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVP Chief Executive Officer Davis-Thompson Foundation Ph: 951 751 0027 E-mail: fauzal(a)ucdavis.edu<mailto:fauzal@ucdavis.edu> www.davisthompsonfoundation.org<https://www.davisthompsonfoundation.org/> [https://drive.google.com/uc?id=1oticUQZYjDPU-1vMA4wHKvLb2SScHV-J]

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DISCOVER Summer Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center
by Bruce Williams Dec. 30, 2023

Dec. 30, 2023

Our department provides the DISCOVER program, a 10-week summer biomedical research and clinical shadowing fellowship for the first and second-year veterinary students and undergraduates/pre-vets. The program provides opportunity for the students to engage in biomedical research and explore career paths in comparative medicine and pathology. Application will be acceptable until 1/17/2024. Here is a brief overview of the program: https://www.mdanderson.org/education-training/research-training/early-caree… *D*riving *I*nnovation in *SC*ience through *O*pportunities for *V* eterinary *E*ngagement in *R*esearch *Program Description:* The DISCOVER Program is a 10-week summer biomedical research and clinical shadowing fellowship in the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (DVMS) at MD Anderson Cancer Center. DISCOVER provides opportunities for pre-veterinary undergraduates and veterinary medical students to engage in biomedical research and explore career paths in comparative medicine and pathology while under the guidance of a faculty mentor in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research environment. *Eligibility*: The DISCOVER Program is designed for veterinary medical students in their first or second years of veterinary school as well as undergraduates at any level. Limited positions are available and veterinary medical students are given first priority. Pre-veterinary undergraduate students are strongly encouraged to apply for all summer undergraduate research programs for which they are eligible on the Summer Experience site. *Stipend:* A stipend of $6,800 will be provided for the 10-week program. Students must make their own housing and transportation arrangements. *Application Information:* Applications will be accepted from November 27, 2023 - January 17, 2024. *Program Dates:*June 3, 2024 - August 9, 2024 Please see attached brochure for more details. -- Bruce Williams Chief Financial Officer Davis-Thompson Foundation 301 467-4024 bruce.williams(a)davisthompsonfoundation.org www.davisthompsonfoundation.org

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Veterinary Forensic Pathology Fellow (Adjunct Faculty)
by Bruce Williams Dec. 24, 2023

Dec. 24, 2023

Veterinary Forensic Pathology Fellow (Adjunct Faculty) JOB NO:529621 WORK TYPE:Adjunct Faculty LOCATION:Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) CATEGORIES:Veterinary Medicine/Animal Care DEPARTMENT:28060000 - VM-COMP, DIAG & POP MEDICINE JOB DESCRIPTION: The fellow will be involved in forensic pathology case submissions to the laboratory, which includes gross autopsy, tissue trimming, histopathology, ancillary sample collection, data interpretation, report generation, and client communication. The trainee will have access to a fully equipped veterinary diagnostic pathology laboratory and a forensic research laboratory. Scientific collaboration and publication are encouraged. Supervision from a board-certified veterinary pathologist and support from other experienced technical staff, board-certificated veterinarians, and forensic experts will be provided. Forensic training will include primary veterinary casework along with a few human cases. Training in forensic entomology will be provided including basic principles of forensic entomology and specimen collection. A small percentage of time will be dedicated to veterinary diagnostic imaging. The fellow will be required to attend trials in session in local courts and will be required to assist with and/or observe scene investigations as part of this program. This 1-year fellowship ensures a minimum of 28 weeks of direct supervision working with an ACVP Anatomic Pathology Diplomate and Founding Fellow in Veterinary Forensic Pathology. The fellow will participate in on-call duties for the forensic pathology service. Time will be spent rotating through other services including radiology, forensic entomology, and forensic DNA analysis. The fellow’s remaining time will be spent on research. The primary goal of the program is to develop expertise in veterinary forensic pathology. At the completion of the program, the fellow will be prepared to begin a career in veterinary forensic pathology. EXPECTED SALARY: $65,000 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: The requirements for applicants are a DVM or equivalent, successful completion of an Anatomic Pathology Residency Program, and have passed Phase I of the ACVP certification examination. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:NoneSPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: All applicants for job number 529621 must apply online through Careers at UF in order to be considered for the position. For full consideration, your application should include a current curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your career goals, and official transcripts from professional studies. At least 3 letters of reference should be submitted online and emailed (by applicant or referees) to Dr. Adam Stern at adamstern(a)ufl.edu. For full consideration, applications should be received by February 2, 2024. Email inquiries to Dr. Adam W. Stern (adamstern(a)ufl.edu) are welcome. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. *Adam W. Stern, DVM, Diplomate ACVP* Professor of Forensic Pathology Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine College of Veterinary Medicine University of Florida 352-294-4077 adamstern(a)ufl.edu https://cdpm.vetmed.ufl.edu/research/forensic-pathology/ Primary Mailing Address: 2015 SW 16th Ave Gainesville, FL 32610

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Clinical or Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor – Anatomic Pathology, Iowa State University
by Bruce Williams Dec. 21, 2023

Dec. 21, 2023

Text: Position Title: Clinical or Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor – Anatomic Pathology Appointment Type: Faculty Job Description: Summary of Duties and Responsibilities: The Department of Veterinary Pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University (ISU), located in Ames, Iowa, invites applications for a full-time, clinical-track or tenure-track faculty position in Anatomic Pathology. The qualifications, documented experience, and interests of the selected candidate will determine appointment rank. Position responsibilities include a primary commitment to service and teaching. The department has a busy and expanding biopsy service with submissions from the ISU Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) as well as practicing veterinarians in the surrounding region. The department provides a complete necropsy service for the diverse species submitted to the ISU small and large animal clinics. These necropsy cases provide material for instructing senior veterinary students and pathology residents in necropsy techniques and lesion interpretation. The department has a strong commitment to teaching and the successful candidate is expected to actively participate in the teaching mission of the department, which offers courses in anatomic pathology and pathology-related disciplines to undergraduate, professional (DVM), and graduate students. The candidate should have experience with graduate/postsecondary teaching and/or advanced certification in teaching (graduate or postsecondary teaching certificate). The candidate is expected to advance the discipline of anatomic pathology through creation and dissemination of new knowledge and participating in collaborative research by providing expertise to faculty who would benefit from the insights and expertise of an anatomic pathologist. For an individual on the clinical track, scholarly activity would include publishing case series and case reports and/or participating in collaborative research. For appointment in the tenure-track, collaboration and expertise resulting in peer-reviewed publications is expected. Research areas in the department include, but not are limited to, animal models of human disease, infectious diseases, carcinogenesis, toxicology, host-pathogen interactions, parasitology, scholarship of teaching and learning, and comparative pathology. Candidates at the Associate Professor level will have documented evidence of scholarship, teaching, and clinical service appropriate for the rank. The successful candidate will also have a collegial, collaborative attitude and willingness to participate in all levels of student education. The candidate will be highly self-motivated, innovative, and will possess excellent communication skills including experience connecting with a broad audience. Furthermore, the candidate will demonstrate professional maturity with a leadership style that contributes to a positive culture, and have a compassionate and empathetic nature towards the clients and patients of the ISU LVMC. All faculty and staff members are expected to interact in a collegial and professional manner and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethics. Required Minimum Qualifications: DVM or equivalent degree Successful completion of an Anatomic Pathology residency training program through the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or European College of Veterinary Pathologists (ECVP) or Japanese College of Veterinary Pathologists (JCVP) and eligibility to sit for 2024 Phase II Certifying Exam of the ACVP/ECVP/JCVP In addition to the requirements above, below are minimum qualiﬁcations at the following ranks: CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: Eligibility to take ACVP Phase II Certifying Exam August 2024 CLINICAL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: Graduate degree, Diplomate ACVP/ECVP/JCVP; minimum 5 years’ experience professional practice with emphasis on companion animal, production animal and equine pathology. ASSISTANT PROFESSOR: Ph.D., eligibility to take ACVP/ECVP/JCVP Phase II Certifying Exam August 2024 ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: Ph.D., Diplomate ACVP/ECVP/JCVP; minimum 5 years’ experience professional practice with emphasis on companion animal, production animal and equine pathology, record of scholarship and teaching and experience, experience with resident training Preferred Qualifications: Post-Residency experience in diagnostic pathology, including biopsy and necropsy service involving companion animal, production animal, and equine pathology Experience in anatomic pathology teaching (includes teaching as a Resident, didactic and/or laboratory setting) Graduate or postsecondary teaching certificate Research Experience (publications, grants, graduate student mentorship) Certification in Anatomic Pathology from the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, European College of Veterinary Pathologists, or Japanese College of Veterinary Pathologists MS or PhD or equivalent degree in Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology, Virology, Education, or other related veterinary fields Department/Program & College Description: The LVMC is a state-of-the-art facility designed to provide specialized care and comprehensive medical and surgical services for companion and large animals throughout Iowa and surrounding states. Our clinicians, residents, interns, technicians, staff, and senior veterinary students work collaboratively to provide 24-hour, high-quality care to animal patients. As the nation’s first public veterinary school, Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine takes pride in its heritage while shaping the future of veterinary professional practice, education, research and service. The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to the enhancement of the health and well-being of animals and human beings through excellence in education, research, professional practice and committed service to the State of Iowa, the nation and the world. We know that a range of experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an academic community accessible to all. We value each member of the Iowa State University community for their insights and efforts, collective and individual, to enhance the quality of campus life. We seek individuals with a commitment to fostering a climate where all people have access and opportunity to fully participate. The university has an expectation that all employees will strive to adhere to and embody Iowa State University's Principles of Community. Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best college towns in the nation. ISU College of Veterinary Medicine Employment Opportunity Profile Department Unit/Website: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vpath Proposed Start Date: March 1, 2024 Proposed End Date or Length of Term: Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full time Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2. Letter of Application/Cover Letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications of the job posting, including a statement of teaching 3. Contact information for at least three external references For guaranteed consideration, applicants must apply on or before January 15, 2024. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment(a)iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans; • Generous leave plans; • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa); • Life insurance and long-term disability; • Flexible Spending Accounts; • Various voluntary benefits and discounts; • Employee Assistance Program; • Wellbeing program. Original Posting Date: December 11, 2023 Posting Close Date: January 15, 2024 Job Requisition Number: R13618 Website link: https://isu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IowaStateJobs/job/Ames-IA/Clinical-or-Ten… Amanda Fales-Williams, DVM, Ph.D., Dipl. ACVP Tyrone D. Artz, M.D. Chair for Teaching Excellence in Veterinary Medicine Morrill Professor Chair, Department of Veterinary Pathology College of Veterinary Medicine Iowa State University 515-294-7445

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Tufts-Takeda Fellowship in Comp Med Genetic Pathology and Informatics
by Bruce Williams Dec. 16, 2023

Dec. 16, 2023

*Joint Tufts-Takeda Fellowship Program in Comparative Molecular Genetic Pathology and Pathology Informatics* *PROGRAM DESCRIPTION* Applications are invited for a one-year fellowship in Comparative Molecular Genetic Pathology and Pathology Informatics. The fellow will use existing computer-aided image processing, analysis, deep-learning and artificial intelligence modalities actively applied in medical applications, biomedical research and drug safety to investigate pathogenesis-related questions for research emphasizing infectious disease including COVID-19 and/or tuberculosis, oncology, toxicologic pathology, and translational medicine. The goals of this fellowship are to: 1) Create and use digital pathology tools to understand disease pathogenesis in animal models of human disease; 2) Extract and quantify image features for quantitative analyses and predictive modelling; 3) Gain an understanding of how machine and deep learning, artificial intelligence and spatial biology apply to modern pathology and biomedical research; and, 4) Develop critical thinking, scientific communication, grant-writing skills, and an understanding of the drug development process. The candidate will develop a research project(s) in the Comparative Pathology and Genomics Shared Resource (CPGSR) at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine and the Integrated Digital Pathology Lab (iDigPath) at Takeda that will be supervised by Amanda Martinot, DVM, PhD, DACVP (Anatomic; Tufts) and Krista LaPerle, DVM, PhD, DACVP (Anatomic; Takeda). Takeda is a global, R&D-driven, biopharmaceutical leader committed to development of life-changing treatment for patients. The fellow will spend 6 months on the North Grafton campus at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine and 6 months at the Takeda Boston campus in Cambridge, MA. At Tufts Cummings School, the candidate will be involved in developing and evaluating animal models of human disease for both internal and external users of the CPGSR using digital pathology (50%). At Takeda, the candidate will assist toxicologic pathologists, imaging specialists and bioinformaticians to learn how to develop and utilize complex image analysis applications to build algorithms, analyze multiplex images, and integrate spatial transcriptomics for drug safety assessments, vaccine testing, and therapeutic development (50%). *SALARY & BENEFITS* - One (1) year, 1.0 FTE fixed term research fellowship (no diagnostic service) with the potential for extension - Stipend begins at $75,000, not to exceed $100,000, and is commensurate with experience - Additional benefits include attendance at one conference per year and associated health benefits - Tentative start date of April 1, 2024 (negotiable) *QUALIFICATIONS* The candidate must have: - A DVM/VMD degree or equivalent, preferably from an AVMA-accredited institution - Completed a veterinary anatomic pathology residency and/or combined veterinary anatomic pathology residency/graduate degree program - Board certification or board eligibility by the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) - Prior experience in biomedical research - Additional skills, including: excellent verbal and written communication, self-motivation, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, as well as analytically and creatively problem solve *REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS DUE FEBRUARY 16, 2024* - An updated CV - Statement of career goals including past pathology and research experiences and motivation for pursuing this position - Complete contact information for three (3) referees - Please electronically submit application materials as a single pdf to Trena Haroutunian via email (Trena.Haroutunian(a)tufts.edu) *FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT* Amanda Martinot, DVM, MPH, PhD, Dipl. ACVP (Anatomic) E.A. Stevens Assistant Professor, Department of Infectious Diseases and Global Health Co-Director Comparative Pathology and Genomics Shared Resource Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Amanda.martinot(a)tufts.edu 508-887-4448

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Summer 2024 Internships at Texas Biomed/SNPRC
by Bruce Williams Dec. 16, 2023

Dec. 16, 2023

Applications for 2024 summer internships at Texas Biomed and SNPRC are now open and will close in February 2024. These are 8-week, paid summer internship opportunities in infectious disease research, veterinary research and care, security, communications, HR, IT, business development and more! Be sure to spread the word and encourage your networks (including those kids home from college) to apply! More information about eligibility requirements and application process is here: https://www.txbiomed.org/education-outreach/internship-program-structure/ Pathology residents should apply to the SNPRC internship. Thank you, Edward J. Dick, Jr., D.V.M., diplomate ACVP Southwest National Primate Research Center Texas Biomedical Research Institute

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DTF-LCPG # 227 Question Sheet
by claudio barros Dec. 15, 2023

Dec. 15, 2023

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DTF-LCPG # 226 Answer Sheet
by claudio barros Dec. 15, 2023

Dec. 15, 2023

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Seeking Newsletter Cover Images
by Images ＠ Davis-Thompson Foundation Dec. 10, 2023

Dec. 10, 2023

Have you captured an image you feel deserves to be shared with pathologists around the world? Every month is a new opportunity to submit images to be featured on an upcoming cover of the Davis-Thompson Foundation Newsletter. Are you worried about image copyrights? Have no fear, the foundation does not claim copyright for any material published by us. Submission information (see attached document for detailed information): - *Send your image and description by e-mail to: * - images(a)davisthompsonfoundation.org Cheers, Drs. Kate Watson and Donald McGavin

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12-month Clinical Pathology Internship, Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
by Jey Koehler Dec. 4, 2023

Dec. 4, 2023

The Department of Pathobiology at Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine (TUCVM) is accepting applications for a 12-month Clinical Pathology Internship. The program is designed for individuals seeking to have a foundation in diagnostic clinical pathology and desire to pursue a clinical pathology residency. The primary goal of this internship is to prepare the individual to be highly qualified and competitive for advancement into a residency in clinical pathology, and in the future, successful completion of the ACVP board examination. See attached information and application. Jey W. Koehler, DVM, PhD, DACVP Professor, Department of Pathobiology, AU-CVM President, Davis-Thompson Foundation From: Athema Etzioni <aetzioni(a)tuskegee.edu> Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 7:33 PM To: Jey Koehler <jaw0007(a)auburn.edu> Subject: [EXT] 12-month Clinical Pathology Internship, Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine CAUTION: Email Originated Outside of Auburn. Please send this announcement out to the Davis Foundation Members, thank you! 12-month Veterinary Clinical Pathology Internship 2024-2025 Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine Greetings Dear Davis Foundation Members and other interested parties, Please see the attachments for more information on how to apply and for a description of our program. Thank you. Please pass this information to other interested parties that may not be on the listserv. The Department of Pathobiology at Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine (TUCVM) is accepting applications for a 12-month Clinical Pathology Internship. Our program is designed for individuals seeking to have a foundation in diagnostic clinical pathology and desire to pursue a clinical pathology residency. The primary goal of this internship is to prepare the individual to be highly qualified and competitive for advancement into a residency in clinical pathology, and in the future, successful completion of the ACVP board examination. AE

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