Academic Departments
Penn Vet’s dedicated and distinguished faculty members bring a diverse range of academic backgrounds and unique perspectives to their research and teaching. Organized into four academic departments, our faculty conduct research at every level, from the fundamental aspects of molecular and cellular biology to translational research, clinical trials and human-animal interaction.
Biomedical Sciences
The Department of Biomedical Sciences at Penn Vet is recognized as one of the premier basic biomedical research departments in veterinary medicine. Our faculty are conducting innovative research into the mechanisms underlying diseases that will lead to improved prevention, diagnosis and treatment of veterinary and human patients.
Clinical Sciences & Advanced Medicine
The Department of Clinical Sciences & Advanced Medicine plays a vital role in Penn Vet’s three-part mission to educate veterinarians and the public about animal health, provide service to the public by treating sick pets and other small animals, and develop new approaches through research to improve companion animal health.
Clinical Studies — New Bolton Center
Teaching of our future veterinarians plays a large role in this department’s efforts at Penn Vet. Students rotate through the numerous areas at New Bolton Center, including the Hospital for Large Animals, Swine Teaching & Research Center, and Marshak Dairy. This experience provides invaluable clinical training in the diagnosis, control and treatment of infectious and non-infectious animal diseases.
Pathobiology
To understand the nature of disease and its impact on humans and animals, the School’s Department of Pathobiology is dedicated to research in pathology, infectious diseases and immunology. Located on both the Philadelphia and New Bolton Center campuses, it has not only built an outstanding reputation for fundamental research, but provides crucial clinical services for the School and the State. Furthermore, by offering the very best training for veterinary students, residents, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows, the Department is helping to mold the future leaders in veterinary medicine and in basic research.
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