IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education, SCOVE

IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education, SCOVE IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education (SCOVE) was founded in Indonesia in 2014.

🧬Innovation Monday: Monoclonal Antibodies🧬Instead of attacking everything in sight, monoclonal antibodies act like guide...
01/06/2026

🧬Innovation Monday: Monoclonal Antibodies🧬

Instead of attacking everything in sight, monoclonal antibodies act like guided missiles designed to hunt down one specific pathogen or toxin. Because these laboratory-produced proteins only bind to their exact target, they can treat complex issues like chronic pain, cancer, or viral infections with fewer side effects than traditional drugs. It is a major shift toward precision medicine that is completely changing how we handle targeted therapy in veterinary clinics.

​So, are you excited to see monoclonal antibodies become a standard part of everyday practice, or are you still a bit skeptical?

Credits: - Sonika Shrestha

🧬Innovation Monday: Sex-sorted Semen Technology in Veterinary Medicine🧬Choosing the s*x of livestock before they are eve...
25/05/2026

🧬Innovation Monday: Sex-sorted Semen Technology in Veterinary Medicine🧬

Choosing the s*x of livestock before they are even conceived used to be wishful thinking, but flow cytometry made it a reality🌟

By sorting s***m based on DNA content, this technology lets farmers and veterinarians predetermine whether a calf will be male or female. It is a massive advantage for the dairy industry, where female calves are always in high demand, and it completely changes how we manage herd genetics and sustainability.

​So, are you amazed by how precise reproductive tech has become? Let us know!

Credits: - Sruthy Sugathan

🧬Innovation Monday: Hoof Trimming and Corrective Farriery as Preventive Medicine🧬We often think of vet medicine as surge...
18/05/2026

🧬Innovation Monday: Hoof Trimming and Corrective Farriery as Preventive Medicine🧬

We often think of vet medicine as surgeries and prescriptions, but some of the most critical care actually starts right at the ground. 🐴✨

​Farriery and hoof trimming evolved from simple maintenance into a massive win for preventive health. For horses and livestock, proper alignment means everything for their long-term mobility and welfare. It's the perfect reminder that the best vet care often happens before an animal even shows a symptom!

Credits: - Agape Macwison

🏆 SCOVE x PURINA INSTITUTE Essay Competition 2026 Winner Announcement 🏆​A massive thank you to everyone who poured their...
18/05/2026

🏆 SCOVE x PURINA INSTITUTE Essay Competition 2026 Winner Announcement 🏆

​A massive thank you to everyone who poured their passion, research, and unique perspectives into the SCOVE x PURINA INSTITUTE Essay Competition 2026! From exploring proactive pet nutrition to diving deep into veterinary education standards, your entries showed incredible scientific insight and dedication to the future of veterinary medicine 🐾✨

​After much deliberation, we are thrilled to announce the brilliant minds who took home the top spots:

• Topic 1: Nutrition as Proactive and Preventative Care
​🥇 Anjali Dixit ( ) - IVSA India🇮🇳

• Topic 2: Evaluation of Pet Food Claims
🥇Savyata Shrestha ( ) - IVSA Nepal🇳🇵

• Topic 3: The Role of Accreditation Standards in Ensuring High Quality Veterinary Education and Protecting Animal Health and Public Health
🥇Niva Kunwar ( ) - IVSA Nepal🇳🇵

​Congratulations to our winners for their outstanding creativity and excellence in thought! 🌟 And a huge round of applause to all the IVSA members who participated

🏆IVSA SCOVE's Ambassador of the Month - April 2026 🏆It's time to give a massive shoutout to our latest Ambassador of the...
16/05/2026

🏆IVSA SCOVE's Ambassador of the Month - April 2026 🏆

It's time to give a massive shoutout to our latest Ambassador of the Month:
🏅 Sonika Shrestha from IVSA Nepal🇳🇵

And special mentions to:
• Sasmit Khanal - IVSA Nepal 🇳🇵
• Abdulrahman lsah - IVSA Nigeria 🇳🇬

Being a part of IVSA SCOVE is all about community and passion, and this person has shown plenty of both. You have truly set the bar high to start the year!

We're so grateful to have you on the team. Keep up the good work🌟


🧬History and Development of Vaccines and Immunization🧬We’ve come a long way from the risky early days of smallpox experi...
04/05/2026

🧬History and Development of Vaccines and Immunization🧬

We’ve come a long way from the risky early days of smallpox experiments to the high-tech vaccines we use in clinics today. Thanks to pioneers like Louis Pasteur, we can now routinely protect our patients from killers like rabies and parvovirus using science that’s been refined over centuries. It is incredible to think that a simple injection carries hundreds of years of medical history designed to keep animals safe.

So, are you interested in the complex science behind how these formulations work?

Credits: - Muhammed Fekry


SCOVE Educational Grant 2026🌍📚DEADLINE EXTENDED: 5TH MAY 2026​IVSA SCOVE is looking for impactful, student-led education...
01/05/2026

SCOVE Educational Grant 2026🌍📚

DEADLINE EXTENDED: 5TH MAY 2026

​IVSA SCOVE is looking for impactful, student-led educational projects! We are awarding up to €500 to two Member Organisations (MOs) to help bring high-quality workshops, seminars, or hands-on training to your local veterinary community.

✨Open to all current IVSA Member Organisations.

​✨Receive up to €500 to cover essential costs like venue rentals, expert speaker fees, and workshop materials.

​✨Projects must be inclusive, well-documented, and future-planned.

📎Apply here:
https://bit.ly/SCOVE-EDU-Grant?r=qr

Check the full guidelines and submit your itemized budget and proposal through our official channels at our instagram or
mail to [email protected]
or [email protected]
or [email protected].

​Don't miss out on the chance to fund your MO's next big project!

4th IVSA European Regional Symposium, Latvia🇱🇻 IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education (SCOVE)Itchy skin, ear in...
28/04/2026

4th IVSA European Regional Symposium, Latvia🇱🇻

IVSA Standing Committee on Veterinary Education (SCOVE)

Itchy skin, ear infections, non‑healing lesions, the dermatology cases you’ll meet in your very first weeks in practice. Join us for a focused morning session on recognising, working up, and managing the most common derm cases in small animals.

📌 Live Session Topic: “5 Common Dermatology Cases You Will See Next Week”

👩‍⚕️ Speaker: Jevgēnija Kondratjeva, DipIECVD, DVM

Board‑certified specialist in veterinary dermatology (Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Dermatology) and practicing veterinarian, with years of advanced training in companion animal dermatology and service on the board of the European Society of Veterinary Dermatology.

📍 4th European Regional Symposium, Latvia🇱🇻
🗓 Date: 5 May 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 – 8:45 AM

Start your day with practical derm tips you can take straight to the clinic.

🧬 Innovation Monday: Cryopreservation of Gametes🧬Freezing s***m and eggs at -196°C might sound like science fiction, but...
27/04/2026

🧬 Innovation Monday: Cryopreservation of Gametes🧬

Freezing s***m and eggs at -196°C might sound like science fiction, but it is very beneficial to veterinary medicine. By preserving high-quality genetics for years, this technique helps protect endangered species and makes breeding programs much more efficient without needing to transport animals. While it requires specialized equipment and careful handling, it provides a reliable way to manage reproductive success for the long term.

Credits: - Abdulrahman Isah

4th European Regional Symposium, Latvia 🇱🇻Every first breath matters. Every drop of colostrum shapes lifelong health. Jo...
27/04/2026

4th European Regional Symposium, Latvia 🇱🇻

Every first breath matters. Every drop of colostrum shapes lifelong health. Join us for a live session dedicated to understanding the true biological complexity of ruminant colostrum and its impact on herd health.

Live Session: “Colostrum in Ruminants: Are We Underestimating Its Biological Complexity?”

👩‍⚕️ Speaker: Aija Mālniece, DVM

Veterinarian, assistant professor and researcher at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, working in clinical diagnostics, farm animal internal medicine, and ruminant herd health management.

📍 4th European Regional Symposium, Latvia
🗓 Date: 4th May 2026
⏰ Time: 15:45 – 16:15

Be part of a practical, evidence‑based session that goes beyond “first milk” - into how colostrum management can improve survival, immunity, and productivity in ruminant herds.

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