The international research assessment panel has declared the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine excellent in terms of its societal impact. Another element assessed as excellent was its research environment, including the infrastructure (laboratories, the Veterinary Teaching Hospital and research facilities).
The research assessment report specifically states that the One Health approach to research adopted by the Faculty is very well justified and makes the Faculty well positioned for the future.
As the Faculty’s strengths, very good cooperation with industry partners, authorities and the third sector were highlighted. The provision of research-based support for decision-making by legislators and other authorities was also commended.
Final research assessment report (PDF)
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