Mike Teglas

Mike Teglas, DVM, is a Professor and Department Chair at the University of Nevada, Reno, working within the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources. His research focuses on tick-borne diseases affecting both domestic cattle and wildlife in Nevada's diverse ecosystems.

Education:

• BS (1991) - Washington State University
• DVM (1996) - Washington State University
• PhD (2005) - University of California, Davis

Dr. Teglas investigates the epidemiology of tick-borne pathogens, particularly Epizootic Bovine Abortion (EBA) and relapsing fever spirochetes, through ecological modeling, vector studies, and host-pathogen interactions. His work spans veterinary diagnostics, wildlife disease surveillance, and environmental health assessments.

Recent publications highlight his interdisciplinary approach, covering topics like viral transmission in insect herbivores, tick distribution mapping, vaccine development for cattle diseases, and mercury contamination in pet food. While no explicit awards or student advising records are documented in the provided texts, his collaborations with veterinary and ecological researchers demonstrate significant contributions to public health and agricultural sustainability.