Research Cluster (1)
Animal Production, Performance and Welfare
- Avian Health
The principal aims of the research within this group are enhanced diagnosis and prevention of infectious diseases. - Bone and Muscle Cell Biology
The main interest of the Bone and Muscle Cell Biology laboratory is the regulation of differentiation and activity of cells of the musculoskeletal system. - Small Animal Medicine
The Small Animal Medicine group conducts research aimed at identifying the aetiology and pathogenesis of disease, the development of novel diagnostic tests and the implementation of new treatments. The research is clinical research, is patient based, and calls on the substantial caseload of sick animals presented to the University of Melbourne Veterinary Clinic and Hospital. - Gene Mapping
- Equine Studies
The University of Melbourne's Equine Centre is a division of the Veterinary Clinic and Hospital which is a department of the Faculty of Veterinary Science. The mission of the Equine Centre is to develop new clinical, communications and research initiatives for the betterment of all horses and the equine industry. - Sheep and Beef Cattle Management and Production
Based at The University of Melbourne’s Veterinary School at Werribee on the outskirts of Melbourne, the Mackinnon Project is a recognised leader in sheep and beef consultancy both in Australia and internationally. It offers a unique range of services, including farm management consultancy, farmer training programs, contract research and post graduate training programs. The Mackinnon Project was established in 1982 with the specific aim of improving the productivity and profitability of sheep flocks and beef herds following a bequest from the Scobie and Claire Mackinnon Trust. Scobie and Claire Mackinnon owned Mooramong Station at Skipton and had a strong interest in animal and veterinary science. The Mackinnon Project’s core functions include education, research and whole farm consultancy for the extensive livestock industries. We also offer consultancy services to agribusiness.
