Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences
The College of Agricultural Sciences’ home for animal and human health.
The Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences focuses on animal and human well-being and understanding, preventing, and treating disease. We serve as the administrative hub for all departmental activities, including teaching, research, and extension and outreach. Students earn undergraduate and graduate degrees and work with world-class faculty on pioneering research.
Latest News
November 15, 2022
Pathobiology Program Applications Are Now Being Accepted Until December 15th, 2022
November 8, 2022
Faculty in College of Ag Sciences recognized for research achievements
November 7, 2022
Minority Alumni Panel Presentation - November 10, 2022 1:45 - 3:00 p.m. 106 AVBS
November 7, 2022
Please join the College of Agriculture Sciences and the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences in welcoming Jessica Linder, VBSC Major and Class of 2016 - November 11th from 8:30-10:00am, VBSC Majors and Advisors Meet and Greet/Q&A, 106 AVBS Building
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Teaching
Faculty and graduate students provide world-class, student-focused instruction in veterinary and biomedical sciences and management. Instruction is hands on, industry focused, and grounded in research. View undergraduate and graduate program opportunities.
Research
Penn State is a Tier 1 Research University. Students from first-year students to doctoral candidates participate in meaningful research in our labs. Collaborative multidisciplinary signature areas include animal diagnostics, immunology and infectious disease, molecular toxicology and carcinogenesis, and veterinary extension.
Extension and Outreach
Outreach connects the resources of the Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences with community members, industry, and institutions in Pennsylvania and beyond by offering the latest research-based, usable information.
Animal Diagnostic Lab
The Animal Diagnostic Laboratory provides in-depth, rapid diagnostic information to support disease control, health management, and performance in livestock, poultry, wildlife, fish, and companion animals and to ensure the safety of foods of animal origin.
