Jean-Michel Vandeweerd

Jean-Michel Vandeweerd is a veterinary researcher affiliated with the University of Namur, specializing in musculoskeletal diseases and equine surgery. He leads the Centre de recherches ovines and manages technological platforms for alternative methods to animal experimentation.

• Doctor of Veterinary Sciences, University of Namur (2012)
• Principal Investigator in projects like OASIS (OsteoArticular pathologies Studied In Sheep) and lipid-based pharmacodynamic studies

His research spans ovine osteoarthritis, equine ophthalmology, proteomic biomarkers, and 3R principles for animal ethics. Recent work includes:

• Developing surgical models for osteoarthritis in sheep
• Advancing cosmetic ophthalmic solutions for horses
• Optimizing mass spectrometry for synovial fluid analysis
• Promoting interuniversity alternative methods platforms

Scientific awards include recognition in 2012 for his thesis on evidence-based veterinary decision-making. He actively participates in conferences like the EULAR Congress and European Federation of Animal Science meetings.