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My long term interests focus on the relationship between sequence variation and protein function in relation to livestock disease. I have studied the immune system of livestock species and genetic variation of pathogens for over 20 years and am interested in the molecular interactions between host and pathogen. I am a Project Leader in Moredun Research Institute’s Vaccines Pillar and also part of EPIC, the Scottish Centre of Expertise on animal disease. As part of SEFARI and EPIC, I am involved in areas of research aiming to improve livestock production, efficiency and welfare whilst reducing
Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) is an economically important disease of cattle that causes abortion, infertility, and may increase rates of respiratory and gastro-intestinal disorders. The Scottish BVD eradication programme, led by the Scottish cattle industry and supported by Scottish Government, has had significant impact since 2010 - 90% of breeding holdings now have negative BVD status
Bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD) is a common and costly disease in beef suckler and dairy herds worldwide. BVD leads to fertility problems in cows, death in persistently infected (PI) animals and predisposes animals of all ages to infection with other agents such as respiratory and enteric pathogens. PI animals play an important role in the transmission of the infection. Valid diagnostics and effective disease control measures such as vaccination are available. Various European countries aim to eradicate BVD in their livestock. In Scotland, Shetland has successfully eradicated the disease. The aim
SEFARI scientists make a significant contribution to the Scottish Government’s BVD Eradication Scheme. We inform this scheme through our unique and multi-disciplinary approach that uses epidemiological, economic, social science and molecular science to explore the wide-ranging implications of BVD. We also communicate with farmers and their vets to help them identify, understand and eradicate this viral disease. Since 2010, this scheme has increased the number of Scottish breeding holdings with negative BVD status from 72% to 91%. This is estimated to save the Scottish Dairy industry £38
My research interests relate to the exploration and design of novel methods for controlling pests and parasites particularly through exploiting their unique physiology and their interactions with the host. I am head of the Vaccines Pillar at Moredun Research Institute and also part of EPIC, the Scottish Centre of Expertise on animal disease outbreaks. Follow the links to find out more information about all of my research interests, activities and publications. For SEFARI I have contributed to the developed of a prototype vaccine exploiting multiple key proteins derived from Teladorsagia
Dave is a researcher at the Moredun Research Institute, and his current research interests focus on improving diagnostics and control strategies for nematode infections of ruminants. His current projects include; the development and dissemination of anthelmintic resistance in Nematodirus battus; the development and generation of genomic resources for sequencing applying markers of anthelmintic resistance in the field to assess the effectiveness and impact of different control strategies on worm populations and the translation of results to relevant stakeholders; the factors that influence
SEFARI scientists are engaged in long term research into the detection and management of anthelmintic (wormer) resistance and the development of practical strategies to help slow its spread. We are making significant progress towards developing a vaccine that will reduce reliance upon chemical treatments and are offering innovative ways of explaining resistance to farmers to encourage best practice. Our research is helping to improve the health, welfare and biological efficiency in Scottish and UK livestock; this will lead to significant reductions in treatment and control costs for farmers
"Restoration of peat bogs may preserve some of the benefits they provide while having negative impacts on other uses. So, how important are they to you?" Peat bogs are useful to society in many ways – they regulate our water flows and sequester greenhouse gases while serving as a historical archive of our past and protecting unique plant and animal species. However, many peat bogs have been drained or converted to other land uses to provide other rewards such as food and timber. Related content Social, Economic and Geographical Sciences Carol Kyle More information from: Bernardo Rodriguez