Environmental damage linked to energy usage poses risks to wildlife, as highlighted by the Vice-Chancellor of Anna University, R. Velraj.
During the opening of a two-day national clinical care conference focusing on ‘Farm and Companion Animal Practice’ for veterinary students, he encouraged participants to collaborate with engineers to create affordable tools aimed at improving farm animal welfare. “The wealth of data at TANUVAS is an invaluable resource that students can leverage to innovate and develop local products,” he stated.
Vice-Chancellor K.N. Selvakumar of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University announced the participation of 405 students from six different states in the conference. “The Madras Veterinary College (MVC), hosting this event, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and laboratory facilities, providing an excellent opportunity for students to acquire new skills and enhance their knowledge,” he noted. The university is advancing into Industry 4.0, with plans to collaborate with a German institution in the field of ‘Artificial Intelligence in Animal Health.’
Director of Clinics T. Sathiamoorthy shared that the conference will cover 400 cases involving farm and companion animals, as well as wild, exotic, and avian species across 14 informative sessions. The event will also explore diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for various health conditions in animals, with evaluations from veterinary experts across disciplines including medicine, surgery, gynecology, and obstetrics.
The Dean of MVC, R. Karunakaran, emphasized the institution’s role as a sought-after treatment center for pet owners nationwide. This annual conference, organized by TANUVAS since 2009, aims to elevate the clinical proficiency of veterinary students across the country.
