Emerging Infectious Diseases and Pandemics
Our research is on the frontlines of controlling and eradicating emerging infectious diseases.
Vaccines
We research and develop vaccines for human and animal diseases.
Infectious Disease Epidemiology
Our research focuses on disease and health factors.
Veterinary Medicine
We are an academic home for pre-vet students and offer services for veterinarians.
Tracking zoonotic pathogens
Genome sequencing and comparative phylogenetic analysis are helping track cases of emerging zoonotic pathogens.
Pre-professional Health Sciences
Pre-MED, Pre-PA, Pre-Dental, Pre-Vet.
Future Undergraduates
Why Pathobiology?
Pathobiology and Veterinary Science majors acquire strong training in biomedical sciences and have many career options. Many PVS students are pre-veterinary (Pre-vet), pre-dental or pre-medical (Pre-med) students. Others pursue graduate work in the biomedical sciences. Others become technicians in research or commercial laboratories after graduation. Coursework options can be tailored to better prepare you for your career goals; discuss this with your academic advisor.
Undergraduate Admissions
Admissions into Pathobiology are through UConn Admissions. Students with specific questions can also contact our department.
Concentrations
Undergraduate students in Pathobiology can concentrate in several areas including global health, pre-med, pre-vet, and biotechnology.
Department Programs
We are the center for infectious disease research on the Storrs Campus.
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7:1
Student-faculty ratio for 2020-21 academic year
$2,700,000
In grant funding/year in the last 4 years
Three
Areas of Concentration