MasseyThe magazine for alumni and friends of Massey University | Issue 36 | 2019 | | www.massey.ac.nz | Taking a chance on Xero Craig Walker in New York + Shihad singer’s labour of love + Going strong - Sir Mason Durie at 80 + Memory issues - reassuring new research | Massey University | April 2019 | MASSEY | 1 SCHOOL OF VETERINARY SCIENCE TOGETHERTOGETHER WEWE CAN MAKE AA DIFFERENCE Massey University is home to some of the most specialised and highly trained veterinarians in the country. The revolutionary work pioneered by Massey Vet School is transforming the lives of thousands of cats and dogs here in New Zealand and is contributing to the health and happiness of animals around the world. Advances such as 3D printed titanium implants for injured animals and groundbreaking cancer treatment for dogs are a testament to the commitment and dedication of the Massey Vet School team. By leaving a gift in your WillWill toto thethe MasseyMassey UniversityUniversity Vet School School, of Veterinary you’ll be helping Science, support you’ll researchbe helping support researchand discovery and discovery that changes that animals’ changes lives. animals’ lives. PleaseContact contact Kylie Gibbard the Massey on 021 University 328 787, or Foundation email her at at
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