Progress 09/01/10 to 08/31/14
Outputs
Target Audience: The primary targets of this project are students in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Professional Program at Michigan State University. Participation in the various project elements is open to all students interested in a career in the food systems arena. During this reporting period, six students participated in the program; 5 female and 1 male. Secondary audiences reached with this project include students and faculty associated with the Madras Veterinary College in Chennai India, Cattle farmers located in state of Tamil Nadu in India, and Faculty and Students associated with the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. These secondary audiences were reached thru direct interaction of our students with these constituents in a variety of settings. Studnets enrolled inte Michigan State University MS of Science in Food Safety were a target of the on-line course of International Food Safety. These students are typically professionals working in the food sindustry looking for advanced degrees in teh area of food sasfety. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided? The entire basis of this project is providing students an opportunity to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. This is currently being accomplished thru on-site experiential training in Chennai India and thru on-line course offerings in global food safety developed in association with this project. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest? Research conducted by students as part of this project was presented at the Michigan State University Phi Zeta Research Day. This provided the students an additional learning opportunity in presenting research to their peers. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?
Nothing Reported
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
The primary objective of this project is directed at creating international opportunities for veterinary students as an avenue to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. Specific competencies targeted include 1) Appreciation for cultural diversity and its impact on food systems, 2) Understanding the role of agriculture in an international setting, 3) Development of non-clinical skills important to the food systems industry. Over the course of 4 years, 18 Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) veterinary students spent 6-weeks in Tamil Nadu, India, engaged in food animal related projects under the direction of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS). Prior to leaving for India, selected students were engaged in multiple orientation sessions designed to expose them to the culture and agriculture background of India. Once in India, students worked side-by-side with faculty mentors, professional students and personnel from the Tamil Nadu dairy industry in completing projects related to food animal health and well-being. Projects ranged from screening milk samples for Beta-lactam antibiotics to evaluating disinfectants for use in poultry facility biosecurity. Findings from the projects were presented at the annual Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Phi Zeta Research Conference. Abstracts were generated and published in the event proceedings. In addition, students were engaged in multiple activities designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the Indian culture and how this relates to animal agriculture. These included trips to places of religious, cultural and historical importance, rural villages, wildlife sanctuaries, and agricultures research stations. A second objective of the ISE grant was to develop on-line courses in international food safety that could be used as part of graduate and certificate programs. In 2012, the outline of one course was developed and was launched in the spring of 2013. Four students took this initial on-line offering. The course is currently offered as an elective in the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Professional Masters in Food Safety.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/12 to 08/31/13
Outputs
Target Audience: The primary targets of this project are students in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Professional Program at Michigan State University. Participation in the various project elements is open to all students interested in a career in the food systems arena. During this reporting period, six students participated in the program; 5 female and 1 male. Secondary audiences reached with this project include students and faculty associated with the Madras Veterinary College in Chennai India, Cattle farmers located in state of Tamil Nadu in India, and Faculty and Students associated with the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. These secondary audiences were reached thru direct interaction of our students with these constituents in a variety of settings. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided? The entire basis of this project is providing students an opportunity to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. This is currently being accomplished thru on-site experiential training in Chennai India and thru on-line course offerings in global food safety developed in association with this project. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals? The final year of this project wil be used to furher develop on-line course offerings related to global veterinary medicine.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
The primary objective of this project is directed at creating international opportunities for veterinary students as an avenue to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. Specific competencies targeted include 1) Appreciation for cultural diversity and its impact on food systems, 2) Understanding the role of agriculture in an international setting, 3) Development of non-clinical skills important to the food systems industry. In 2013, the third year of this project, six Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) veterinary students spent 6-weeks in Tamil Nadu, India, engaged in food animal related projects under the direction of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS). Prior to leaving for India, selected students were engaged in multiple orientation sessions designed to expose them to the culture and agriculture background of India. Once in India, students worked side-by-side with faculty mentors, professional students and personnel from the Tamil Nadu dairy industry in completing projects related to food animal health and well-being. Projects ranged from screening milk samples for Beta-lactam antibiotics to evaluating disinfectants for use in poultry facility biosecurity. Findings from the projects were presented at the 23rd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 4, 2013, East Lansing MI. Abstracts were generated and published in the event proceedings. In addition, students were engaged in multiple activities designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the Indian culture and how this relates to animal agriculture. These included trips to places of religious, cultural and historical importance, rural villages, wildlife sanctuaries, and agricultures research stations. Program activities were documented in an on-line public forum -http://msufsf.wordpress.com/ - which also included activities of other students involved in food systems related summer activities. A second objective of the ISE grant was to develop on-line courses in international food safety that could be used as part of graduate and certificate programs. In 2012, the outline of one course was developed and was launched in the spring of 2013. Four students took this initial on-line offering. The course is currently offered as an elective in the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Professional Masters in Food Safety.
Publications
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
Harris E, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Vijayakumar MP, Balakrishnan V. In Vitro Cytotoxicity of Calcium Phosphate Nanoparticles on Vero Cell Line. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4, 2013, pg. 30.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
VanAssche C, Abell K, Deland K, Harris E, Izer A, Zandstra L, Bharathy S, Porteen K, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Gunaseelan L. Isolation of Resistant Staphylococcus aureus in Milk as a Medium for Potential Threat to Human Health. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4, 2013, pg. 30.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
Zandstra L, Harris E, DeLand K, Abell K, Izer A, Zandstra L, Bharathy S, Porteen K, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Gunaseelan L. Beta-Lactam Residues in Milk From Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4, 2013, pg. 30.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
Abell K, Zandstra L, Harris E, DeLand K, Izer A, Zandstra L, Bharathy S, Porteen K, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Gunaseelan L.. Potential Hazard Due to Mycobacterium avium supsp. paratuberculosis in Lactating Does in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4,2013, pg. 30.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
Adam I, Harris E, Abell K, Deland K, Van Assche C, Zandstra l, Ranganathan V, Ramakrishnan N, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Punniamurthy N. Assessing the Efficacy of Phytochemicals in Subclinical Mastitis. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4, 2013, pg. 31.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2013
Citation:
DeLand K, Abell K, Harris E, Izer A, VanAssche C, Zandstra L, Arthanari Easwaran M, Grooms D, MohanKumar PS, Ramesh Saravana Kumar V. Efficiency of Floor Disinfectants in Improving the Microbial Quality of Intensive Egg Laying Poultry Facilities in India. Proceedings of the 23rd Annual MSU CVM Phi Zeta Research Day, East Lansing, MI, October 4, 2013, pg. 31
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Progress 09/01/11 to 08/31/12
Outputs
OUTPUTS: The primary objective of this project is directed at creating international opportunities for veterinary students as an avenue to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. Specific competencies targeted include 1) Appreciation for cultural diversity and its impact on food systems, 2) Understanding the role of agriculture in an international setting, 3) Development of non-clinical skills important to the food systems industry. In 2012, the second year of this project, four (4) Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) veterinary students and two (2) MSU CVM pre-veterinary student spent 6-weeks in Tamil Nadu, India, engaged in food animal related projects under the direction of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS). Prior to leaving for India, selected students were engaged in multiple orientation sessions designed to expose them to the culture and agriculture background of India. Once in India, students worked side-by-side with faculty mentors, professional students and personnel from the Tamil Nadu dairy industry in completing projects related to food animal health and well-being. Projects ranged from comparing novel diagnostic assays for Bovine Tuberculosis to studying the effectiveness of novel Avian Newcastle Disease vaccine delivery methods. Findings from the projects were presented at 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing MI. Abstracts were generated and published in the event proceedings. In addition, students were engaged in multiple activities designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the Indian culture and how this relates to animal agriculture. These included trips to places of religious, cultural and historical importance, rural villages, wildlife sanctuaries, and agricultures research stations. Program activities were documented in an on-line public forum -http://msufsf.wordpress.com/ - which also included activities of other students involved in food systems related summer activities. A second objective is to develop an on-line tool to create a community of food animal interested students to share experiences. In 2012, a protected on-line virtual community was developed and piloted. This community focused primarily on sharing media as a tool for learning. Students participating in the MSU CVM Summer Food Systems Fellowship Program were asked to share experiences thru videos, pictures, and other forms of media. The forum allowed for students to then comment and discuss different posts in a protected environment. A third objective of the ISE grant was to develop on-line courses in international food safety that could be used as part of graduate and certificate programs. In 2012, the outline of one course was developed and will be launched in 2013. PARTICIPANTS: The project director, Dr. Dan Grooms, was responsible for overall administration of the project. In addition, he led the planning and implementation of the program in India. He accompanied students to Chennai for 2 weeks to help establish projects and to ensure the overall integrity of the program. Dr. P.S. MohanKumar, who originates from Tamil Nadu and is currently on faculty at MSU, coordinated all activities in India. His "Local Knowledge" and ties to the community are instrumental in setting up projects as well as organizing the cultural opportunities. Dr. L. Gunaseelan is a Professor at Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS) and was instrumental in directing projects in India. He worked closely with Drs. Grooms, MohanKumar and other TANUVA faculty/staff/students in designing and implementing various projects. Faculty, staff and students from TANUVAS were key participants in all aspects of the program including carrying out projects and providing cultural opportunities. Both Dr. Gunaseelan and other faculty/staff benefited from the program by the research scholarship that evolved from this program as well as engaging with MSU CVM students and faculty who often brought different perspectives to problems. TANUVAS was also an important partner in this project as they provided the structure for the program to be built upon including access to housing, meals, transportation, laboratories, animals and other important necessities. The program and the relationship between TANUVAS, MSU CVM and USDA were recognized widely. Finally, in kind contributions (diagnostic reagents) were made by Antel Bio (East Lansing, MI) and IDEXX Laboratories (Westbrooke, ME) to facilitate one of the projects completed by the students. TARGET AUDIENCES: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period. PROJECT MODIFICATIONS: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period.
Impacts
The second year of the international program was completed in July 2012. Post program interview of students revealed that students saw value in participating in projects that engaged them not only in research, but also in understanding animal agriculture in India. Students believed the cultural activities helped to further develop their cultural competencies. Feedback has been gathered for making changes to and adding value to the 2013 program. Skills that students believed they developed wer very similar to those found in 2011 and included understanding of agriculture practices and systems within the context of local culture, cultural literacy, food animal clinical skills (blood drawing, animal handling, history taking), client/industry personnel communication skills, team work, personal adaptation skills, research method skills, and written and oral presentation skills.
Publications
- Kurliak J, Busser P, Cronin L, Ing A, Kuipers D, Szybisty C, Grooms D, Meenalochani, Vivekananda B, Thyagarajan G, Gunaseelan L, Thirunavukkarasu M. Comparing Economic Losses due to Mastitis in Organized and Unorganized Dairy Farms in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI, pg 21.
- Cronin L, Busser P, Ing A, Kuipers D, Kurliak J, Szybisty C, Gururaj K, Padmaja J, Devaki K, Kumaravel P, Daniel Joy Chandran N, Kirubaharan J, Grooms D. Performance of Oral Pellet Vaccine against Newcastle Disease (ND) Under Field Conditions. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI, pg 23.
- Ing A, Kuipers D, Kurliak J, Cronin L, Busser P, Szybisty C, Thyagarajan G, Vivekanandan B, Pawar G, Rajasundaram R, Thirunavukkarasu P, Prathaban S, Grooms D, Gunaseelan L. Evaluating the Incidence of Brucellosis in Clinical Samples at Madras Veterinary College Teaching Hospital. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI.
- Kurliak J, Busser P, Cronin L, Ing A, Kuipers D, Szybisty C, Thyagarajan G, Pawar G, Vivekanandan B, Parthiban M, Thirunavukkarasu P, Prathaban S, Grooms D, Gunaseelan L. Evaluating the Incidence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Mycobacterium bovis in Cattle at the Madras Veterinary Hospital in Chennai, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI, pg 31.
- Szybisty C, Busser P, Cronin L, Ing A, Kuipers D, Kurliak J, Thyagarajan G, Vivekanandan B, Pawar G, Parthiban M, Meenalochani V, Ranganathan V, Punniyamoorthy N, Gopi H, Grooms D, Gunaseelan L.Incidence of Bovine Tuberculosis Milk Collected From Dairy Farms in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI, pg 41.
- Kuipers D, P. Busser P, Cronin L, Ing A, Kurliak J, Szybisty C, Thyagarajan G, Meenalochani V, Ranganathan V, Punniyamoorthy N, Vivekanandan B, Pawar G, Parthiban M, Rajasundaram R, Thirunavukkarasu P, Gopi H, Prathaban S, Grooms D, Gunaseelan L. Prevalence of Brucella abortus in Organized and Unorganized Farms in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 22nd Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 5, 2012, East Lansing, MI, pg 31.
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Progress 09/01/10 to 08/31/11
Outputs
OUTPUTS: The primary objective of this project is directed at creating international opportunities for veterinary students as an avenue to develop global competencies as food systems veterinarians. Specific competencies targeted include 1) Appreciation for cultural diversity and its impact on food systems, 2) Understanding the role of agriculture in an international setting, 3) Development of non-clinical skills important to the food systems industry. In 2011, five (5) Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) veterinary students and one (1) MSU CVM pre-veterinary student spent 6-weeks in Tamil Nadu, India, engaged in food animal related projects under the direction of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS). Prior to leaving for India, selected students were engaged in multiple orientation sessions designed to expose them to the culture and agriculture background of India. A pre-program survey revealed that motivating factors of students for being involved in this project include to gain a broader perspective of agriculture and to develop skills (communication, technical, cutltural) that are relavant to their chosen career paths. Once in India, students worked side-by-side with faculty mentors, professional students and personnel from the Tamil Nadu dairy industry in completing projects related to food animal health and well-being. Projects ranged from determining the prevalence and risk factors of important production limiting and zoonotic diseases such as Brucellosis and Bovine Tuberculosis, to implementing a novel mineral supplementation program for dairy cows in Tamil Nadu villages. Findings from the projects were presented at the International Symposium on Clinical Skills Development for the Next Generation Veterinary Practice and 3rd National Clinical Case Conference in Farm and Companion Animal Practice, Chennai, India, July 14-15, 2011 and at the 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing MI. For each of these presentations, abstracts were generated and published in event proceedings. In addition, students were engaged in multiple activities designed to develop an understanding and appreciation of the Indian culture and how this relates to animal agriculture. These included trips to places of religious, cultural and historical importance, rural villages, wildlife sanctuaries, and agricultures research stations. Program activities were documented in an on-line public forum -http://msufsf.wordpress.com/ - which also included activities of other students involved in food systems related summer activities. PARTICIPANTS: The project director, Dr. Dan Grooms, was responsible for overall administration of the project. In addition, he led the planning and implementation of the program in India. He accompanied students to Chennai for 3 weeks to help establish projects and to ensure the overall integrity of the program. Dr. P.S. MohanKumar, who originates from Tamil Nadu and is currently on faculty at MSU, coordinated all activities in India. His "Local Knowledge" and ties to the community were instrumental in setting up projects as well as organizing the cultural opportunities. Dr. L. Gunaseelan is a Professor at Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science University (TANUVAS) and was instrumental in directing projects in India. He worked closely with Drs. Grooms, MohanKumar and other TANUVA faculty/staff/students in designing and implementing various projects. Faculty, staff and students from TANUVAS were key participants in all aspects of the program including carrying out projects and providing cultural opportunities. Both Dr. Gunaseelan and other faculty/staff benefited from the program by the research scholarship that evolved from this program as well as engaging with MSU CVM students and faculty who often brought different perspectives to problems. TANUVAS was also an important partner in this project as they provided the structure for the program to be built upon including access to housing, meals, transportation, laboratories, animals and other important necessities. The program and the relationship between TANUVAS, MSU CVM and USDA were recognized widely. This was highlighted by an opening ceremony that included dignitaries from local, state and national government agencies as well as the US Consular General. Finally, in kind contributions (diagnostic reagents) were made by IDEXX Laboratories (Westbrooke, ME) to facilitate one of the projects completed by the students. TARGET AUDIENCES: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period. PROJECT MODIFICATIONS: Nothing significant to report during this reporting period.
Impacts
The first year of the international program was completed in July 2011. Program impacts have not yet been fully evaluated. Preliminary debriefing of program participants established that there was a high level of overall satisfaction with their experience. Students saw value in participating in projects that engaged them not only in research, but also in understanding animal agriculture in India. Students believed the cultural activities helped to further develop their cultural competencies. Feedback has been gathered for making changes to and adding value to the 2012 program. Skills that students believed they developed included understanding of agriculture practices and systems within the context of local culture, cultural literacy, food animal clinical skills (blood drawing, animal handling, history taking), client/industry personnel communication skills, team work, personal adaptation skills, research method skills, and written and oral presentation skills.
Publications
- D. Grooms, P.S. MohanKumar, L. Gunaseelan. Globalization of educational programs for food systems veterinary students: MSU College of Veterinary Medicine Summer Food Systems Fellowship, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *S. Lefman, J. Shapero, T. Likavec, K. Stomack, J. Rowley, C. Brownlee, L. Gunaseelan, D. Grooms. Prevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *C. Brownlee, S. Lefman, K. Stomack, J. Shapero, T. Likevec, J. Rowley, K. Sathiabama, F.D. Yesuf, G. Yale, V. Bhanu Rekha, S. Balakrishnan, N. R. Senthil, L. Gunaseelan, P.S. MohanKumar and D.Grooms. Prevalence of Brucella abortus in organized and unorganized farms located in Tamil Nadu, India. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *K. Stomack, J. Rowley, S. Lefman, J. Shapero, C. Brownlee, T. Likavec, S. Balakrishnan, M. Sekar, L. Gunaseelan, P.S. MohanKumar, D. Grooms. Comparative study on tests used for determining presence of Brucellosis antibodies in Indian cattle. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *J. Shapero, V. Balakrishnan, R. Murugeswari, J. Rowley, T. Likavec, S. Lefman, K. Stomack, C. Brownlee. Effect of gruel rooted additive nourishment drops (grand) on milk production in Indian dairy cattle. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *J. Rowley, K. Stomack, S. Lefman, T. Likavec, J. Shapero, C. Brownlee, D. Grooms, F. Yesuf, M. Sekar, and L. Gunaseelan. Prevalence of Mycobacterium bovis in organized farms in Tamil Nadu. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *T. Likavec, J. Shapero, J. Rowley, K. Stomack, S. Lefman, C. Brownlee, R. Murugeswari, V. Meenalochani, D. Grooms, P.S. MohanKumar and V. Balakrishnan. The Effects of Gruel Rooted Additive Nourishment Drops (GRAND) Supplementation on in Vitro Degradability of Fodder and Rumen Microbial Biomass Production. Proceedings of the MSU CVM 21st Phi Zeta Research Conference, October 7, 2011, East Lansing, MI.
- *These abstracts were also included in the Proceedings of the International Symposium on Clinical Skills Development for the Next Generation Veterinary Practice and 3rd National Clinical Case Conference in Farm and Companion Animal Practice, Chennai, India, July 14-15, 2011.
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