One Health

Encompassing all levels from soil health to the dynamics of human and animal diseases

Our researchers are addressing health as an integrated challenge at the intersections between people, animals, plants, and the environment they inhabit. Their research recognizes critical interconnections across systems and is uncovering interdisciplinary solutions that will enhance biosecurity, promote positive health outcomes, and sustain agricultural development.

Mitigating spread of vectorborne pathogens

Advancing Lyme Prevention

Tick tubes reduce blacklegged tick burdens on white-footed mice in Pennsylvania

Editing Genes in Mosquitos

CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in mosquitos promises future control of vectorborne diseases

Predicting Future Tick Threats

More than 100 years of historical data show shifting tick populations

Controlling Dengue Spread

Research predicts stability of mosquitoborne disease prevention

Protecting against infections and decreasing disease incidence

Battling Zoonotic Spillover

Discovery of coronavirus infections in white-tailed deer can help predict or prevent the emergence of novel variants.

Monitoring Disease Outbreaks

Using surveillance tactics to alert and prevent virus spread.

Preventing Crop Loss

New test allows for rapid and cost-effective diagnosis of devastating citrus disease.

Slowing Emerging Infectious Diseases

Prompt detection of infectious animal diseases can help prevent economic losses and ensure food security.

Responding to Disease Outbreaks

Whole-genome sequencing may help food safety officials to respond faster and more accurately

Reducing Disease Transmission

New tuberculosis tests help to make cow vaccination programs easier and more affordable to implement

Making Farmers Markets Safer

Training for farmers market vendors helps to improve food safety practices

Managing soil health as a living ecosystem

Rebuilding Healthy Microbiomes

Learning how to support soil microbiomes for crop health and yield.

Boosting Ecosystem Health

Cover crop roots can help growers reap environmental and financial benefits.

Reducing Nutrient Inputs

Conservation dairy farming could help Pennsylvania meet Chesapeake target

Improving health through functional foods and mechanisms of bioactive compounds

Breeding Beneficial Foods

Breeding novel corn lines to provide powerful antioxidants that help protect against intestinal disease.

Finding Healthy Interventions

Substituting dietary cocoa powder for high- calorie snacks may provide positive health implications for people.

Promoting Gut Health

Broccoli may be good for the gut

Upcycling Avocado Seeds

Extract shows promise as a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory compound

Office for Research and Graduate Education

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217 Agricultural Administration Building
University Park, PA 16802-2600