College of Veterinary Medicine - The Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security

Dr. Mark Lawrence will present "The Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security: Advancing aquatic animal health for both food security and conservation". Dr. Lawrence serves as the director of the Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security. He provides leadership and direction for its programs, coordinates its activities, and serves as the primary liaison with partners and stakeholders. 

Established in 2013, the Global Center for Aquatic Health and Food Security (GCAHFS) aims to reduce world hunger through research that supports sustainable aquaculture and ecological health of aquatic resources. The GCAHFS also works to protect and manage health of aquatic animals, including marine mammals and endangered species, such as dolphins and sea turtles. The center supports both domestic and international projects in a wide range of natural and social science areas.