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Veterinary Science focuses on pioneering research related to animal health. Our Research Topics draw from a range of disciplines and fields, including medicine, animal welfare, and zoonotic diseases. We aim to improve public health and animal wellbeing by advancing diagnostics, treatment methods, and preventive care.

The following Research Topics are led by experts in their field and contribute to the scientific understanding of veterinary science. These Research topics are published in the peer-reviewed journal Frontiers in Veterinary Science, as open access articles.

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Research Topics

Frontiers' Research Topics are peer-reviewed article collections around cutting-edge research themes.
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Research Topics

Advancing Animal Reproduction: AI, Precision Technologies and Reproductive Biotechnologies

This Research Topic aims to explore the use of technological innovations in animal reproduction with a specific focus on livestock and wildlife

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Research Topics

Advancements in the Diagnosis of Canine and Feline Idiopathic Epilepsy

The main purpose of this Research Topic is to spotlight the advances in diagnostic methodologies for canine and feline epilepsy, including but not limited to innovative imaging techniques, the investigation of novel biomarkers.

Running border collie puppy in winter time

Research Topics

Bacteria and Canine Reproduction: Healthy Microbial Flora, Opportunistic Pathogens, True Pathogens

The goal of this research is to investigate the relationship between bacteria/bacteria communities and canine reproduction. In recent years, new genomic methods have profoundly changed the approach to the study of bacterial flora.

A bay mare in a red bridle with her little foal runs through a green meadow to pasture

Research Topics

Endometrial Health and Disease: From Molecular Insights to Clinical Advances

The goal of this Research Topic is to highlight recent advancements in understanding endometrial health and disease across animal species, integrating molecular, cellular, and clinical perspectives.

Asian farmer feeding chickens in the farm. Concept organics farm, organic living.Asian agriculture.Chicken egg. Healthy farm healthy food.

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Ethnomedicinal Strategies for Controlling Pathogen Colonization in Livestock: Integrating Traditional Practices into Modern Livestock Health Management

This Research Topic aims to critically evaluate and validate ethnomedicinal strategies for enhancing the health of various livestock and reducing pathogen colonization.

A swirling tornado of Barracuda in blue water above a warm, tropical coral reef

Research Topics

Parasites of Freshwater Fish: Diversity, Invasions, Pathologies, and Zoonoses.

The goal of this Research Topic is to address the challenges posed by biological invasions of parasitic species in freshwater environments and the resulting pathologies in fish populations.

Veterinary inspecting the eyes of a dog in vet clinic. Pet care and treatment. Visit a doctor fro check up. Close up.

Research Topics

Case Reports in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery

The aim of this Research Topic is to establish a lasting and prominently featured platform for the publication of case reports in veterinary neurology and neurosurgery

Fat cells, 3d rendering.
White fat cells contain a large lipid droplet (yellow) and a nucleus (red) located in the periphery.

Research Topics

Pet Obesity: Health Impacts and Innovations in Weight Management

This Research Topic aims to delve into the obesity-related consequences and variables that exacerbate this condition, including the influence of the gut microbiota.

A bay mare in a red bridle with her little foal runs through a green meadow to pasture

Research Topics

Promoting the 3Fs (freedom, forage, and friends) in Equine Welfare

This Research Topic aims to delve into the holistic incorporation of the 3Fs into equine welfare practices, positing these components as foundational to enhancing horse-centred care

Feed your dog and cat. High quality photo

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Exploring the Nexus: Diet and Microbiome Dynamics Across Gut, Oral, and Skin of Companion Animals

The aim of this Research Topic is to deepen our understanding of the complex interplay between nutrition and the microbiota in companion animals.

Nice taste. Close up of beautiful dog eating from the bowl

Research Topics

Case Reports in Clinical Nutrition

This Research Topic contributes to advancing veterinary medical knowledge, offering educational value or underscoring the necessity for changes in nutritional practices or diagnostic and prognostic approaches in animal care.

monkey family

Research Topics

Animal Communication: Neurobiological, chemical, and physiological aspects

This Research Topic aims to evaluate, discuss, and explore the diverse mechanisms of animal communication, including chemical, vocal, bodily, gestural, and behavioral pathways.

Human Heart 3d illustration

Research Topics

"Cardiac anaesthesia in veterinary medicine: recent advances and innovation "

The goal of this research topic on cardiothoracic anaesthesia in veterinary medicine, is for it to be the actual beginning.

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Research Topics

Exploring Virome Diversity in Domestic Carnivores Globally for One Health Insights

This Research Topic aims to elucidate the molecular, phylogenetic, epidemiological, and evolutionary aspects of emerging and known viruses within a broad array of domestic carnivores worldwide

Cropped portrait of unrecognizable male veterinarian examining white Labrador dog at vet clinic, copy space

Research Topics

Innovations and challenges in canine mammary cancer treatment: A new frontier

This Research Topic aims to explore standard care practices for canine mammary tumors, while evaluating cutting-edge surgical and therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.

Rear view of veterinarian with ultrasound device checking if cow is pregnant in cowshed on farm

Research Topics

Advancing Animal Reproduction: AI, Precision Technologies and Reproductive Biotechnologies

This Research Topic aims to explore the use of technological innovations in animal reproduction with a specific focus on livestock and wildlife

Vet examining dog and cat. Puppy and kitten at veterinarian doctor. Pet check up and vaccination. Animal clinic. ; Shutterstock ID 2019004178; purchase_order: Bynder; job: ; client: ; other:

Research Topics

Advancements in the Diagnosis of Canine and Feline Idiopathic Epilepsy

The main purpose of this Research Topic is to spotlight the advances in diagnostic methodologies for canine and feline epilepsy, including but not limited to innovative imaging techniques, the investigation of novel biomarkers.

Running border collie puppy in winter time

Research Topics

Bacteria and Canine Reproduction: Healthy Microbial Flora, Opportunistic Pathogens, True Pathogens

The goal of this research is to investigate the relationship between bacteria/bacteria communities and canine reproduction. In recent years, new genomic methods have profoundly changed the approach to the study of bacterial flora.

A bay mare in a red bridle with her little foal runs through a green meadow to pasture

Research Topics

Endometrial Health and Disease: From Molecular Insights to Clinical Advances

The goal of this Research Topic is to highlight recent advancements in understanding endometrial health and disease across animal species, integrating molecular, cellular, and clinical perspectives.

Asian farmer feeding chickens in the farm. Concept organics farm, organic living.Asian agriculture.Chicken egg. Healthy farm healthy food.

Research Topics

Ethnomedicinal Strategies for Controlling Pathogen Colonization in Livestock: Integrating Traditional Practices into Modern Livestock Health Management

This Research Topic aims to critically evaluate and validate ethnomedicinal strategies for enhancing the health of various livestock and reducing pathogen colonization.

A swirling tornado of Barracuda in blue water above a warm, tropical coral reef

Research Topics

Parasites of Freshwater Fish: Diversity, Invasions, Pathologies, and Zoonoses.

The goal of this Research Topic is to address the challenges posed by biological invasions of parasitic species in freshwater environments and the resulting pathologies in fish populations.

Veterinary inspecting the eyes of a dog in vet clinic. Pet care and treatment. Visit a doctor fro check up. Close up.

Research Topics

Case Reports in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery

The aim of this Research Topic is to establish a lasting and prominently featured platform for the publication of case reports in veterinary neurology and neurosurgery

Fat cells, 3d rendering.
White fat cells contain a large lipid droplet (yellow) and a nucleus (red) located in the periphery.

Research Topics

Pet Obesity: Health Impacts and Innovations in Weight Management

This Research Topic aims to delve into the obesity-related consequences and variables that exacerbate this condition, including the influence of the gut microbiota.

A bay mare in a red bridle with her little foal runs through a green meadow to pasture

Research Topics

Promoting the 3Fs (freedom, forage, and friends) in Equine Welfare

This Research Topic aims to delve into the holistic incorporation of the 3Fs into equine welfare practices, positing these components as foundational to enhancing horse-centred care

Feed your dog and cat. High quality photo

Research Topics

Exploring the Nexus: Diet and Microbiome Dynamics Across Gut, Oral, and Skin of Companion Animals

The aim of this Research Topic is to deepen our understanding of the complex interplay between nutrition and the microbiota in companion animals.

Nice taste. Close up of beautiful dog eating from the bowl

Research Topics

Case Reports in Clinical Nutrition

This Research Topic contributes to advancing veterinary medical knowledge, offering educational value or underscoring the necessity for changes in nutritional practices or diagnostic and prognostic approaches in animal care.

monkey family

Research Topics

Animal Communication: Neurobiological, chemical, and physiological aspects

This Research Topic aims to evaluate, discuss, and explore the diverse mechanisms of animal communication, including chemical, vocal, bodily, gestural, and behavioral pathways.

Human Heart 3d illustration

Research Topics

"Cardiac anaesthesia in veterinary medicine: recent advances and innovation "

The goal of this research topic on cardiothoracic anaesthesia in veterinary medicine, is for it to be the actual beginning.

This image is a journal's Main Visual. Please do not use it outside journal specific assets. More information in the 'How to use Main Visuals' guide (coming soon).

Research Topics

Exploring Virome Diversity in Domestic Carnivores Globally for One Health Insights

This Research Topic aims to elucidate the molecular, phylogenetic, epidemiological, and evolutionary aspects of emerging and known viruses within a broad array of domestic carnivores worldwide

Cropped portrait of unrecognizable male veterinarian examining white Labrador dog at vet clinic, copy space

Research Topics

Innovations and challenges in canine mammary cancer treatment: A new frontier

This Research Topic aims to explore standard care practices for canine mammary tumors, while evaluating cutting-edge surgical and therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs.