Dr Jordi Lopez-Tremoleda awarded title of ECLAM Diplomate
Dr Jordi Lopez-Tremoleda, the University Named Veterinary Surgeon and Reader in Animal Science and Welfare, has been awarded the title of ‘Diplomate of the European College of Laboratory Animal Medicine’.
This title represents an international recognition of his expertise and achievements, and his professional excellence in the field of veterinary medicine.
ECLAM Diplomates are leaders in the knowledge of laboratory animals, enabling them to collaborate with other researchers in every aspect of biomedical research, and to apply their skills to improve the lives of the animals which are fundamental to the acquisition of scientific evidence.
Dr Lopez-Tremoleda said: "This is a top international veterinary qualification in the specialty of Laboratory Animal Medicine. It has a been a real rollercoaster juggling my academic and clinical post, with all the ongoing changes across the Biological Units at Queen Mary along with my preparations for this clinical certificate.
"I am very grateful for the unconditional support, guidance and mentorship of many academics including Prof. Michael-Titus, Prof. Brohi, Prof. Thiemermann, Prof. Warner, Prof. Perretti, Prof. Screen and Prof. Hobbs, among many others. Also to the Director of the Biological Services Unit, Sue Keefe, and our Establishment holders, Rob Bennet and Sharon Ellis. And of course, I'm very grateful to the amazing team of animal technologists and researchers that spend many hours in our units. Despite the challenges ahead, I am very pleased to be part of such a team that continues to drive best welfare and 3Rs practices to support impactful biomedical discoveries at Queen Mary."