A Push to Prevent the Next Pandemic
Wednesday, October 7th, 2020
Cummings School expertise is key to a global program headed by the university that aims to stop new viruses from becoming a widespread danger to humans.
Environmental and Wildlife
The Consequences of Spraying Fire Retardants on Wildfires
Friday, September 11th, 2020
A graduate of the M.S. in conservation medicine program shares what she learned during the program about the methods used to fight wildfires in California.
New Study Finds Traces Of Lead In Boston-Area Chickens
Wednesday, September 12th, 2018
Marieke Rosenbaum co-authored a study that found traces of lead in the eggs of chickens raised in Boston-area neighborhoods. She was interviewed by WGBH Radio on the topic.
Do We Need to Worry About Nipah Virus?
Wednesday, May 30th, 2018
As an outbreak continues to claim lives in India, a Tufts expert explains the rare and deadly viral disease’s origins and why the world needs to pay attention A recent outbreak in India of Nipah… Read More
Influenza’s wild origins in the animals around us
Friday, March 9th, 2018
With the 100th anniversary of the “Spanish flu” approaching, Jonathan Runstadler writes a piece for the Conversation US looking at the origin of influenza in animals and how understanding the ecology and history of the disease in animals could provide valuable information to aid in preventing future risks to humans.
Can We Eradicate Goat Plague?
Wednesday, November 1st, 2017
A Cummings School researcher is looking to wipe out a viral illness that threatens endangered species-and the livelihoods of families in the developing world.
A Rescue Mission
Wednesday, November 1st, 2017
For years, international organizations have turned to Jim and Jenny Desmond to care for primates in crisis and to track dangerous diseases. Now, they’re taking on their toughest challenge yet.
How a Tiny Worm is Irritating the Most Majestic of Giraffes
Friday, May 19th, 2017
Chris Whittier is collaborating on a study investing the link between flies and the spreading of a skin disease amongst giraffe populations throughout Africa.
Protecting Wildlife Species for the Greater Good
Tuesday, March 7th, 2017
A lifelong passion for marine life and the encouragement of mentors led Dr. Julie Ellis to Cummings School, where she heads the Seabird Ecological Assessment Network and Northeast Wildlife Disease Cooperative.
