UC Davis is home to the world’s brightest students studying to become the next generation of veterinarians. As the leading veterinary school in the country, we are committed to providing them with the highest caliber of training and access to the latest technology.

Cancers that afflict dogs—including sarcomas, brain tumors, lymphoma and melanoma—are incredibly similar to cancers that humans develop. Thanks to a clinical trial in companion dogs (including Josie, pictured), UC Davis cancer researchers for both companion dogs and humans see promise in a novel immunotherapy drug based on research published in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer.

Seven years of carefully planned habitat restoration in the Mojave Desert have yielded hope for the survival of the endangered Amargosa vole. In early August, a wildlife camera placed by UC Davis researchers revealed the presence of one, possibly two, vole pups born from parents that were reintroduced to the restored Shoshone Spring marsh.

I am delighted to report that 2021-22 was our best year ever for research and philanthropic totals for the school. Our research grants reached $89 million, and our funding from philanthropy reached $61.7 million. In addition, our student support endowment crossed the $100 million threshold, which means that we can provide nearly $4 million this year in philanthropic student support, along with our approximately $4 million in institutional support.