TMN Tuesday: Combatting Chronic Wasting Disease Through Citizen Science

Speaker: J. Hunter Reed, DVM, MPH, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Senior Wildlife Veterinarian

Date: August 12, 2025, at 12PM CT

Description: Using his varied on-the-ground knowledge of disease topics as well as his working relationships with governmental, academic, and private entities, Dr. Reed seeks to support the long-term conservation of wildlife resources in Texas and across the country. Dr. J Hunter Reed received his veterinary degree from Cornell University and his Master’s of Public Health degree from the University of Minnesota. Currently, Dr. Reed is a Wildlife Veterinarian for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) where he investigates a wide array of wildlife disease issues across Texas in addition to assisting with wildlife health policy, rule development, and research. Prior to working for TPWD, Dr. Reed also worked at Texas Animal Health Commission as a Field Epidemiologist investigating disease issues in Texas livestock, primarily focusing on chronic wasting disease and cattle fever ticks.

To register or view past recordings, visit: https://txmn.tamu.edu/tmntuesdays