Dr. Thomas Loch

Associate Professor

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Biography

Thomas Loch is currently an Associate Professor at Michigan State University in the Aquatic Animal Health Laboratory, with a joint appointment in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife and the Department of Pathobiology and Diagnostic Investigation. He specializes in aquatic animal health, focusing on the pathogenesis, ecology, epidemiology of infectious aquatic animal diseases, and microbiology. His research primarily addresses emerging health issues in wild and captive fish populations residing in the Great Lakes Basin, emphasizing support for fishery management agencies and aquaculture through cutting-edge research on disease prevention and control. Loch is committed to providing training and professional development opportunities for fisheries professionals, veterinary, undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as international scholars from diverse backgrounds. He teaches courses such as Principles of Fish and Wildlife Diseases and Aquatic Animal Medicine Clerkship, contributing to the education of future experts in his field.

Research Interests

Courses

Principles of Fish and Wildlife Diseases Aquatic Animal Medicine Clerkship

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology