Among the topics presented was research into the perceptions of quality veterinary care by different professional roles within a referral equine hospital. Library image.
Credit: Lucy Merrell
When the pandemic caused the cancellations of a number of conferences, a group of education professionals decided to organise an online conference to enable equine science students to showcase their research instead. H&H finds out how it went and who won the prizes on offer for the best presentations...
An online conference showcasing the research of equine science students has demonstrated the “commitment and determination” of the next generation of equine health professionals.
The event on 15 July, was organised by David Marlin, Jane Williams of Hartpury University, Roberta Ferro De Godoy of Writtle University College and Lorna Cameron of University Centre Sparsholt, following the cancellation of conferences owing to the pandemic.
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Since joining H&H in 2018, Becky has covered a broad range of equestrian news including welfare matters, veterinary studies, FEI Tribunal hearings and road safety campaigns. She has also interviewed top riders including Scott Brash, John Whitaker and Ian Stark, to name just a few. Becky’s reporting has taken her to Canada for Spruce Meadows and France for Pau five-star, as well as the Royal Highland and Blair Castle International Horse Trials closer to home. She was also a key part of the remote reporting team for the Tokyo Olympics and the Europeans.
