Animal Health

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Scientist Tim Cernak in a high-tech lab, surrounded by holographic representations of endangered animals and vibrant ecosystems, symbolizing nature drug design.

Drug Designer Tim Cernak Tackles Animal Health and Ecosystems

Chemist Tim Cernak's lab is a beacon of innovation, developing drugs for everything from cancerous sea turtles to Gila monsters battling intestinal parasites.

Daron Krikorian·June 11, 2026

A three-week-old calf in a Texas field showing signs of screwworm infestation, representing the first US case since 1966.

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Flesh-eating screwworms detected in Texas calf

In La Pryor, Texas, a three-week-old calf was found with larvae in its umbilical area, confirming the first US case of flesh-eating New World screwworm since 1966.

Dr. Aris Thorne·June 5, 2026