Christodoulopoulos Georgios

Professor Christodoulopoulos Georgios holds the position of Professor of Farm Animal Health at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens. He has previously served as Professor of Production Animal Pathology at the University of Thessaly and Professor of Veterinary Medicine at the University of the United Arab Emirates. His expertise spans over three decades in veterinary medicine and molecular biology. Born in 1966 in Filiatra, Messinia, he graduated from the Veterinary School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, earning a PhD in Animal Pathology followed by a second PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Hohenheim. He is a Fulbright Scholar with postdoctoral research conducted at Cornell University (USA) and Massey University (New Zealand).

Education & Credentials

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
• PhD in Animal Pathology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
• PhD in Molecular Biology, University of Hohenheim
• Certificate in Sheep Health and Production (UK Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons)
• European Diplomate in Cattle & Small Ruminant Health Management

Research Focus

His research emphasizes sustainable livestock farming systems, clinical diagnostics in veterinary medicine, and parasitic disease management. Key areas include antibiotic resistance in farm animals, bovine and small ruminant health management, and neuro-parasitic infections like coenurosis. He has contributed over 100 scientific publications, with recent work focusing on emerging pathogens in dairy and swine production.

Awards & Recognition

• First Greek recipient of European College of Bovine Health Management Diplomate
• Only Greek holder of the RCVS Sheep Health & Production Certificate
• Fulbright Scholar (Cornell University)

Laboratory Affiliation

He leads research activities in the Farm Animal Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory, focusing on anatomical-pathological correlations in livestock diseases. His team collaborates on One Health initiatives addressing antibiotic resistance and zoonotic risks in farming systems.