Selwyn Headley | Veterinary Pathology Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Selwyn Headley, Veterinary Pathology Award, Best Researcher Award

Professor at Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Brazil

Summary:

Prof. Dr. Selwyn Headley is a distinguished veterinary pathologist and preventive medicine expert with extensive experience in academia and research. He obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the Universidade Federal de Santa Maria in Brazil, followed by a Master of Science (MSc) degree and a Ph.D. in Veterinary Preventive Medicine from the same institution. Dr. Headley has held various academic positions globally, including roles as an Associate Professor at Saint Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine in the Cayman Islands, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Helsinki in Finland, and currently, a Professor at Universidade Pitágoras Unopar Anhanguera in Brazil.

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👩‍🎓Education & Qualification:

Ph.D. in Veterinary Preventive Medicine

  • Institution: Universidade Estadual de Londrina, Londrina, PR, Brazil
  • Year: 2004 to 2006

M.Sc.

  • Institution: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
  • Year: 1997 to 1999

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

  • Institution: Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Santa Maria, RS, Brazil
  • Year: 1991 to 1996

Professional Experience:  

Prof. Dr. Selwyn Headley boasts a distinguished professional trajectory, primarily focused on academia, research, and veterinary pathology. He currently serves as a Professor at Universidade Pitágoras Unopar Anhanguera in Arapongas, PR, Brazil, a position he has held since September 2013. Additionally, he holds the role of Adjunct Professor in Veterinary Pathology at Universidade Estadual de Londrina, PR, Brazil, where he has been contributing since August 2013. Prior to these appointments, Dr. Headley served as an Associate Professor of Veterinary Pathology at Saint Matthew’s University School of Veterinary Medicine in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, from August 2007 to July 2011. His academic journey also includes a role as a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Basic Veterinary Sciences at the University of Helsinki, Finland, from 2006 to July 2007. Previously, he served as a Professor of Veterinary Pathology at Centro Universitário Cesumar in Maringá, PR, Brazil, from June 2000 to July 2005. These diverse roles underscore Dr. Headley’s extensive experience in veterinary education, pathology, and academia, positioning him as a prominent figure in the field.

Research Interest:

Veterinary Pathology: Dr. Headley focuses on the study of diseases and abnormalities in animals, aiming to understand their etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical manifestations. His research may involve investigating the histopathological changes associated with different diseases in various animal species.

Veterinary Preventive Medicine: Dr. Headley explores strategies and interventions aimed at preventing diseases and promoting animal health. This may include research on vaccination protocols, disease surveillance systems, and biosecurity measures in veterinary practice.

Infectious Diseases: His research may encompass the study of infectious agents affecting animals, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Dr. Headley may investigate the epidemiology, transmission dynamics, and host-pathogen interactions of infectious diseases to develop effective control and management strategies.

Comparative Pathology: Dr. Headley may engage in comparative studies of diseases across different animal species, aiming to identify commonalities and differences in disease processes. This comparative approach contributes to a better understanding of disease mechanisms and may inform the development of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

One Health Approach: Dr. Headley may also be interested in research that integrates human, animal, and environmental health, known as the One Health approach. This interdisciplinary approach recognizes the interconnectedness of health between humans, animals, and the environment and seeks to address health challenges through collaborative research and interventions.

Publication Top Noted:

Title: Bovine respiratory disease complex associated mortality and morbidity rates in feedlot cattle from southeastern Brazil

  • Authors: AL Baptista, AL Rezende, P de Almeida Fonseca, RP Massi, …
  • Journal: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 10
  • Pages: 791-799
  • Year: 2017
  • Citations: 48

Title: Glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP)-immunoreactive astrocytes in dogs infected with canine distemper virus

  • Authors: SA Headley, IC Soares, DL Graça
  • Journal: Journal of Comparative Pathology
  • Volume: 125
  • Issue: 2-3
  • Pages: 90-97
  • Year: 2001
  • Citations: 48

Title: Mycoplasma bovis and viral agents associated with the development of bovine respiratory disease in adult dairy cows

  • Authors: TES Oliveira, IF Pelaquim, EF Flores, RP Massi, MJJ Valdiviezo, …
  • Journal: Transboundary and emerging diseases
  • Volume: 67
  • Pages: 82-93
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 47

Title: Canine morbillivirus (canine distemper virus) with concomitant canine adenovirus, canine parvovirus-2, and Neospora caninum in puppies: a retrospective study

  • Authors: SA Headley, TES Oliveira, AHT Pereira, JR Moreira, MMZ Michelazzo, …
  • Journal: Scientific reports
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 13477
  • Year: 2018
  • Citations: 44

Title: Histophilus somni-induced infections in cattle from southern Brazil

  • Authors: SA Headley, VHS Oliveira, GF Figueira, DE Bronkhorst, AF Alfieri, …
  • Journal: Tropical animal health and production
  • Volume: 45
  • Pages: 1579-1588
  • Year: 2013
  • Citations: 43