Celebrating Equine Innovation: 2025 Research Award Recipients Announced
In an exciting revelation at the 71st annual American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Convention in Denver, Colorado, Boehringer Ingelheim announced the recipients of the prestigious 2025 Equine Research Awards. The awards recognize pioneering research in equine infectious diseases, a crucial area of focus for veterinarians globally.The Significance of These Awards
Now in its fifteenth year, the Equine Research Awards program has distributed almost $1 million since its inception in 2011. Each winner receives a grant of $15,000 to support groundbreaking studies aimed at advancing methods for diagnosing, treating, and understanding equine infectious diseases. This is vital given the ongoing challenges posed by such diseases. According to Steve Grubbs of Boehringer Ingelheim, the company is committed to leading advancements in equine research and addressing untapped areas of veterinary science. He credits past award winners with propelling the industry forward through their substantial contributions.Meet the 2025 Award Recipients
A mix of well-established researchers and promising graduate students were recognized for their outstanding proposals. The following individuals have made a significant mark with their innovative approaches:- Yosra Helmy from the Maxwell H. Gluck Equine Research Center, University of Kentucky.
- Carolyn E. Arnold from Texas Tech University's School of Veterinary Medicine, Amarillo.
- Nicolas Pusterla from the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of California, Davis.
- Alexis Smrekar and Amanda de Mestre from Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine.
