Scott Wells

Scott Wells is a Professor in the Department of Veterinary Population Medicine at the University of Minnesota, with an adjunct appointment in Environmental Health Sciences. His work focuses on veterinary epidemiology, biosecurity practices, and One Health initiatives, particularly in cervid herds and dairy farming systems.

• DVM from Michigan State University
• PhD in Veterinary Medicine (Population Medicine) with a minor in Epidemiology from the University of Minnesota
• BS in Veterinary Science from Michigan State University

His research addresses critical gaps in understanding disease transmission dynamics, with a focus on Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in cervid populations and mastitis in dairy cattle. He develops biosecurity protocols and risk assessment frameworks to mitigate disease spread.

Recent publications highlight his work on CWD prevention strategies, slaughterhouse contamination analysis, and bedding hygiene in dairy farms. Key keywords include Veterinary Medicine, Biosecurity, Chronic Wasting Disease, and One Health.