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Laura Kennedy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Veterinary Science at the University of Kentucky, affiliated with the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Her research focuses on equine infectious diseases, bone pathology, and reproductive health.
- Education:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Michigan State University
- Bachelor of Science (BS), Michigan State University
Kennedy specializes in equine health with emphasis on bacterial infections in foals, metagenomic analysis of pathogens, and biomechanical studies of equine bone structures. Her work intersects veterinary clinical practice and translational research.
Her recent projects include analyzing Clostridium piliforme in foal necropsy cases, investigating drug residence time in equine bone, and studying cytokine dynamics in mare pregnancy complications. These contributions align with advancements in equine diagnostic methodologies and treatment protocols.
Kennedy collaborates with institutions like the KY Horse Racing Commission on studies related to catastrophic equine injuries and infectious disease surveillance. She contributes to journals such as Veterinary Microbiology and Journal of Equine Veterinary Science.
- Labs & Teams:
- Gluck Equine Research Center
- Equine Infectious Disease Research Group
