Researchers: Sensors Can Help Improve Rider Aids
Christa Lesté-Lasserre, MA
November 27, 2017
Understanding the biomechanics of cues from a rider’s legs, seat, and hands could improve horse welfare, scientists say.
Understanding the biomechanics of cues from a rider’s legs, seat, and hands could improve horse welfare, scientists say.
The endowment is funded in part by a donation from the late Dr. Michelle LeBlanc’s estate.
Completely re-establishing pastures might sound daunting, but can result in healthier grass and more forage for horses.
Renee and John Grisham and the AAEP Foundation awarded $5,000 scholarships to five equine veterinary students.
Norris is studying apicomplexan parasites, specifically Sarcocystis neurona, EPM’s primary causative agent.
The award honors an AAEP member who has made outstanding contributions to the association throughout their career.
The Lavin Cup honors a nonveterinary organization or individual that works to improve equine welfare.
Dr. Peter Timoney received the honor for his contributions to the body of knowledge on equine infectious diseases.
The Saddle Up Safely app includes a return-to-riding protocol, an injury and concussion assessment tool, and more.
The website features the history of two parasitology research herds that scientists have managed at UK since the 1970s.
Reynolds Cowles, DVM, 2017 AAEP president, selected Amy Grice, VMD, MBA, and Stuart Brown, DVM, to receive the award.
Antimicrobial resistance and susceptibility are real concerns in the veterinary and human health world.
Dr. Nancy Collins received the award for her commitment to improving equine welfare and the lives of others.
Terje Raudsepp, PhD, presented in honor of UK equine genetics researcher Teri Lear, PhD, who passed away in 2016.
Forage and water sources were scarce after the Fox and Lake Range Herd Management Area was burned by wildfire.
The event will take place Jan. 22, 2018, at the Scott County Extension Office, in Georgetown, Kentucky.
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