Dr. Claire Jardine

Biography

Claire Jardine is a Professor and Regional Director of the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative (CWHC) at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph. She specializes in the ecology of zoonotic diseases, rodent vector-borne zoonoses, and wildlife ecosystem health. Dr. Jardine has conducted extensive research on the interplay between wildlife populations and zoonotic diseases, focusing on species such as raccoons and Norway rats. Her work has significantly contributed to understanding how environmental factors influence disease prevalence among wildlife and informs public health strategies to manage zoonotic risks. She holds a DVM from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and a PhD from the University of Saskatchewan, alongside multiple degrees from the University of Guelph and the University of British Columbia. Dr. Jardine is dedicated to educating future health leaders and providing high-value experiential learning opportunities for students.

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