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How does the armoured tiling on shark and ray cartilage maintain continuous covering as the animals’ skeletons expand during growth?
This is a question that has perplexed Professor Mason Dean, a marine biologist in the Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health at City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) since he was in graduate school.
Congratulations to the Year 5 Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) students who received their symbolic white coats at the 4th annual JCC White Coat Ceremony on March 14, 2025.
The Veterinary Community Outreach Programme (VCOP), an initiative spearheaded by the Centre of Animal Health and Welfare, is making remarkable progress in enhancing animal welfare and providing essential pet care services to underserved communities in Hong Kong. VCOP's mission focuses on owner education, practical pet care support, and targeted research to address region-specific challenges. With a dedicated outreach van, the programme ensures access to communities in need.
The CityU Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC) has recently launched new services at its purpose-built Respiratory Care Unit, “RES-CU.”
Congratulations to Professor Paulo Steagall on receiving the 2025 Bourgelat Award from the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA). The Bourgelat Award is the BSAVA’s primary recognition for really outstanding international contributions to the fields of small animal practice or science in their widest context”. More information can be found at https://www.bsava.com/awards/bourgelat/
On 18 -19 November 2024, we had the pleasure of hosting Professor Dave Lin, the Interdisciplinary PhD Programme Coordinator from Cornell University. During his visit, Professor Lin delivered insightful talks to our faculty and students, focusing on the vital role of proactive mentoring practices throughout the PhD journey.
Last week, the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Susan VandeWoude, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Distinguished Professor at Colorado State University during 14 - 15 November 2024.
On 14 November 2024, the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) hosted an engaging annual conference focused on advancements in veterinary emergency and critical care. We were excited to welcome over 70 clinical partner veterinarians from the local veterinary hospitals, who contributed to lively discussions and networking opportunities.
A delegation from City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) visited Nansha, Guangzhou on 4 November. The delegation met with local government officials and signed a cooperation agreement announcing the establishment of a joint research laboratory and an internship and entrepreneurship base in Nansha. This marks the beginning of a cooperation mechanism between Hong Kong and Nansha in the field of veterinary medicine, and academic and research exchanges between the two places.
As part of the CityUHK Alumni Homecoming Day, the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC) held its inaugural Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (BVM) Alumni Homecoming on 2 November 2024, uniting 40 alumni and current BVM students for a day of celebration and connection.