École Nationale Vétérinaire D'Alfort

École Nationale Vétérinaire D'Alfort (ENVA) is a prestigious veterinary school located in Maisons-Alfort, France. Founded in 1765, it is one of the oldest veterinary schools in the world and has a rich history of contributing to the field of veterinary medicine.

History

The École Nationale Vétérinaire D'Alfort was established by Claude Bourgelat, a French lawyer and veterinary surgeon. Bourgelat founded the school in response to a cattle disease outbreak in France, which highlighted the need for a formal institution to study and combat animal diseases. The school was initially located in Lyon but was moved to Alfort in 1765.

Academics

The ENVA offers a comprehensive curriculum in veterinary medicine. The program includes courses in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, pathology, and surgery. Students also receive practical training in the school's teaching hospital and research laboratories.

Research

Research at the ENVA is focused on various areas of veterinary medicine, including infectious diseases, animal welfare, public health, and biomedical sciences. The school's research efforts are supported by several research units and laboratories.

Facilities

The ENVA is home to a number of notable facilities, including a teaching hospital, research laboratories, a library, and a museum. The Alfort Veterinary School's Museum, also known as the Fragonard Museum, houses a unique collection of anatomical models and specimens.

Notable alumni

Many notable veterinarians have graduated from the ENVA, including Pierre Victor Galtier, who discovered the vaccine for rabies, and Henri Toussaint, who developed the vaccine for anthrax.

See also

• List of veterinary schools
• Veterinary medicine in France