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As Editor-in-Chief of Veterinary Sciences, I am pleased to announce the winner of the Veterinary Sciences 2024 Travel Award.
The award has been granted to Dr. Gianmarco Ferrara, a Post-doctoral fellow at the University of Naples Federico II, Italy, who will attend the 39th World Veterinary Association Congress, Cape Town, South Africa. As the awardee, Dr. Gianmarco Ferrara will receive a prize of CHF 500 and a certificate.
With submissions from many high-quality applicants, the evaluation process and final decision process were challenging. We would like to thank all the applicants for submitting their diverse and fascinating range of research topics. On behalf of the assessment committee, I congratulate the winner on his accomplishments.
Prof. Dr. Patrick Butaye Editor-in-Chief, Veterinary Sciences
