Research @ Moredun
Moredun’s mission is to prevent and control infectious diseases of livestock and conducts research on diseases which undermine efficiency, impair animal welfare and threaten public health.
Our scientists wo
rk on improving the understanding of diseases of agricultural relevance with emphasis on endemic and emerging disease. With greater awareness we are able to successfully develop strategies for the improved control and prevention of disease and help reduce disease prevalence and incidence locally, nationally and worldwide.
Together, scientists at Moredun work towards a greater understanding of disease pathogenesis, the development of diagnostic tests and the creation of novel vaccines. Working closely with farmers and vets we strive to improve animal health and wellbeing and support sustainable agriculture.