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Kathryn Duncan, DVM, PhD, serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Veterinary Pathobiology within the College of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University. Appointed on January 4, 2024, her research and teaching focus centers on veterinary parasitology with significant contributions to understanding tick-borne diseases and their impact on animal and public health.
- Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Tennessee
- Residency in Veterinary Parasitology through the National Center for Veterinary Parasitology
- PhD in Biomedical Sciences from Oklahoma State University
Dr. Duncan's research primarily investigates veterinary parasitology with emphasis on tick ecology, vector-borne diseases, and diagnostic methodologies for parasitic infections in companion animals and equines. Her work examines spatial and temporal dynamics of tick populations across North America, the microbiome composition of various tick species, and the prevalence of tick-borne pathogens in different geographic regions. She has conducted extensive field studies on attachment site preferences of ticks on horses and the seasonal patterns of infestation.
Analysis of her publication record reveals a focused research trajectory centered on tick-borne diseases, particularly examining Dermacentor variabilis, Amblyomma americanum, and other significant tick vectors. Her research combines rigorous field collection with advanced molecular techniques including PCR, 16S rRNA gene sequencing, and microbiome analysis. Dr. Duncan's work demonstrates particular strength in large-scale epidemiological studies across multiple states, providing valuable insights into the geographic distribution of tick species and associated pathogens.
Dr. Duncan teaches PhD Research and Dissertation courses along with Undergraduate Research Problems at Oklahoma State University, where she mentors students in veterinary parasitology research. Her teaching approach emphasizes hands-on research experience and the development of scientific communication skills through written and oral presentations of research findings.
