About

Professor Bruce Gummow is a registered specialist in Veterinary Preventative Medicine (Epidemiology) and a Diplomat of the European College of Veterinary Public Health with European certification as a specialist in population medicine. He is also recognised as a Fellow of the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine (ACTM) due to his interest in One Health and zoonotic diseases. He is currently Associate Head of Research and Postgraduate training in the Dicipline of Veterinary Sceince and is head of the section of Veterinary Preventative Medicine at James Cook University. 

He holds a dual appointment with the University of Pretoria in South Africa where he is an Extraordinary Professor and has taught for many years at their Faculty of Veterinary Science. He is recognised as a leading scientist in South Africa by the National Research Foundation and is one of their top rated scientists. He is also a registered specialist with the South African Veterinary Council and Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

In addition, he chairs the reseach and postgraduate committee in the Discipline of Veterinary Science, College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences and is their Academic Advisor for Veterinary Postgraduate Studies. He also serves on several other JCU committees and is a senior staff member at JCU and a member of the Veterinary Science Executive management team.

EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

-  117 refereed research papers in quality non-predatory research Journals

-  4 books/book chapters

-  36 posters

-  6 non-referred scientific papers

-  114 presentations at local and international conferences

-  26 invited lectures or congress presentations

-  22 major contract reports for industry

-  27 contining education interactive workshops / courses

-  5 television interviews

-  46 completed dissertations or thesis as supervisor/co-supervisor

Teaching
  • MI3071: Molecular Analysis of Tropical Microbes (Level 3; TSV)
  • MI5071: Molecular Analysis of Tropical Microbes (Level 5; TSV)
  • TM5600: Introduction to One Health (Level 5; TSV)
  • TV2102: Integrated Animal Structure and Function 2 (Level 2; TSV)
  • TV3002: Transitions from Health to Disease 2 (Level 3; TSV)
  • TV4001: Veterinary Clinical Sciences Part 1 of 2 (Level 4; TSV)
  • TV4002: Veterinary Clinical Sciences Part 2 of 2 (Level 4; TSV)
  • TV5311: Research and Dissertation (Level 5; TSV)
Interests
Research
  • Food Security and Biosecurity in the Tropics. Animal Health Economics and Risk assessment. One Health models for poverty aleviation and gender equality
Experience
  • 2021 to present - Associate Head of Research and Research Education, Dicipline of Veterinary Science (James Cook University)
  • 2018 to present - Section Head, Veterinary Preventative Medicine (James Cook University, Australia)
  • 2014 to present - Member of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists, Australia
  • 2013 to present - Full Professor Epidemiology, Veterinary Science (James Cook University, Australia)
  • 2010 to present - Registered Specialist, Veterinary Prventative Medicine (Epidemiology) (Veterinary Surgeons Board of Queensland, Australia)
  • 2009 to present - Fellow, The Australasian College of Tropical Medicine
  • 2008 to present - Extraordinary Professor, Epidemiology (Facilty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 2005 to present - PhD, University of Utrecht (Netherlands)
  • 2004 to present - Diplomat of the European College of Veterinary Public Health, Specialist in Population Medicine (European Union)
  • 2015 to 2017 - Acting Dean of Veterinary Science, Intermitantly (James Cook University, Australia)
  • 2008 to 2012 - Associate Professor Epidemiology, Veterinary Science (James Cook University, Australia)
  • 2007 to 2008 - Full Professor, Epidemiology (Faculty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 2000 to 2008 - Acring Head of Department, Intermitantly (Facilty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 2000 to 2008 - Section Head, Veterinary Epidemiology, Economics and Risk Assessment (Faculty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 1995 to 2007 - Associate Professor Epidemiology, Department of Production Animal Studies (Facilty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 1996 to 1999 - Functionl Unit Head, Department of Production Animal Studies (Faculty of veterinary Science, UP)
  • 1996 - Registered Specialist, South African Veterinary Council
  • 1993 to 1995 - Senior lecturer (Epidemiology), Veterinary Public Health (Faculty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 1991 to 1993 - Senior lecturer (Epidemiolgy), Department of Infectious Diseases (Faculty of Veterinary Science, UP)
  • 1989 to 1993 - MMedVet (Pharmacology), University of Pretoria (Pharmacology Distinction)
  • 1988 to 1991 - Researcher, Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (Veterinary Toxicology)
  • 1987 to 1988 - BVSc (Hons), University of Pretoria (Clinical Pathology 700; Statistics 101, 102, 103, 104 and Toxicology 700)
  • 1985 to 1987 - Researcher, Ondersepoort Veterinary Institute (Managed two diagnostic bacteriology laboratories)
  • 1983 to 1985 - Veterinary Officer, South African Medical Services (Managed 750 Equine stud unit)
Research Disciplines
Honours
Awards
  • 2023 - Lifetime achievement award from the Southern African Society of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine (SASVEPM) in recognition of my work in promoting veterinary preventative medicine within Southern Africa
  • 2022 - Recognition of my contribution to ANZCVS membership exams – Certificate award from the ANZCVS
  • 2019 - Recognition of service to the college – Certificate award presented by the College of Public Health, Molecular and Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University
  • 2016 - Veterinarians in Education Research and Academia (VERA) excellence in teaching award presented by the Australian Veterinary Association
  • 2014 - Member of the Epidemiology Chapter of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists
  • 2018 to 2022 - University of Pretoria Postgraduate Research Scholarship (Vincent Simbizi PhD); Investigating pig and poultry trade networks and farming practices in the Eastern Cape Province as a basis for surveillance; $5,000
  • 2018 to 2022 - James Cook University Postgraduate Research Scholarship (Gloria Mulenga PhD); The control of bovine and human African trypanosomiasis and the role tsetse endosymbionts play in disease transmission in endemic areas of eastern Zambia; $118,246
  • 2015 to 2020 - Re-certification by the ECVPH and successfully met the requirements to use the title of European Veterinary Specialist™ in Veterinary Public Health, sub speciality Population Medicine.
  • 2017 to 2018 - JCU Learning, Teaching and Student Engagement Grant; Abattoir on the go; $2797
  • 2013 to 2018 - National Research Foundation Grant; $16000
  • 2015 to 2017 - JCU Development Grant; Revisiting Summer Infertility in the Pig: The impact and mitigation of heat stress on sperm DNA integrity, fertilisation potential and early embryo survival; $70,536.00
  • 2013 to 2017 - AusAID Australian Development PhD Scholarship (Santiago Pena); Revisiting Summer Infertility in the Pig: Impact of Climate Change on Sperm Maturation, Fertilization Potential and Early Embryo Survival; $255,083.00
  • 2013 to 2017 - AusAID Australian Development PhD Scholarship (Chrisborn Mubamba) ; A study of Newcastle Disease and the utilisation of social networks and market chains to enhance Poultry disease surveillance in Zambia; $258,938.00
  • 2014 - JCU Citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning. • For using ideal timing and practical application in small group settings to change perception and motive and inspire students to adopt para-clinical training.
  • 2010 to 2014 - Australian Aid Public Sector Linkages Grant for Activity 57668 Establishing a Regional Food Animal Biosecurity Network. $556,600.00.
  • 2013 - Dr Rachel Tan, Dr Jackie Picard, Prof Bruce Gummow and Dr Caroline Spelta awarded the 2013 EVA Peter Irwin Literary Award (Sponsored by Virbac Australia)
  • 2012 - The Southern African Society of Veterinay Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine award for service
  • 2008 to 2012 - ACIAR Grant - Animal health surveillance systems for Papua New Guinea - http://aciar.gov.au/project/ah/2006/157 - $812,044.00
  • 2007 - C1 rated scientist with the National Research Foundation, South Africa
  • 2007 - The Southern African Society of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine Award in recognition of a significant contribution to the field of epidemiology
  • 2006 - South African Veterinary Association Research Award for the best recently published articles
  • 1990 - Director's award for the presentation of the best scientific paper at the biannual scientific meeting of the Veterinary Research Institute
  • 1987 - Director's award for the presentation of the best scientific paper at the biannual scientific meeting of the Veterinary Research Institute
Fellowships
  • 2009 - Fellow of the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine
  • 2004 - Diplomat of the European College of Veterinary Public Health
Memberships
  • 2014 - Member of the Epidemiology Chapter of the Australian New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists
  • 2013 - Australian Veterinary Assocation
  • 2009 - Founder member and chairman of the National Epidemiology Teaching Group
  • 2004 - Founding member of the Southern African Society of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
  • 2002 - Society of Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine (UK)
  • 1994 - International Society of Veterinary Epidemiology and Economics
  • 1984 - South African Veterinary Association
Publications

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Australian Institute of Medical Scientists - PhD Research Seeding Grant

Sero-prevalence and Genotypic Characterization of Hepatitis B Virus Infections in the ABO Blood Types in Papua New Guinea Blood Donors.

Indicative Funding
$10,000 over 3 years
Summary
Donor blood is clinically significant, and yet, transports pathogens such as the hepatitis B virus. This study will explore the risks factors and ABO blood types associated with genotypic sero-prevalence and their influence on blood donor compliance. The results of which will contribute to improving current blood donation practices in Papua New Guinea.
Investigators
Francisca Varpit, Bruce Gummow and Donna Rudd (College of Public Health and Medical & Vet Sciences)
Keywords
Hepatitis B; PNG

Dogs Queensland - Donation

Canid alphaherpesvirus-1 in a Queensland district: seroprevalence and risk factors

Indicative Funding
$9,000 over 2 years
Summary
Canid alphaherpesvirus 1 (CaHV-1; previously known as canine herpesvirus-1) causes a highly fatal haemorrhagic disease in newborn puppies, as well as embryonic and foetal losses, manifested as infertility, abortion and stillbirth. In dogs over 5 weeks of age, CaHV-1 is of low pathogenicity but can cause genital lesions as well as respiratory (kennel cough) and ocular disease. CaHV-1 has been identified in numerous countries worldwide and is probably ubiquitous. In Belgium, around 46% of dogs sampled were seropositive to CaHV-1, where ?seropositive? implies that the dog was infected during the preceding weeks to months. In South Africa, over half of sampled breeding kennels in one province were found to have one or more CaHV-1 seropositive dogs. In England, 94% of sampled dogs showed evidence of prior infection with CaHV-1. In Australia, surprisingly little has been reported on CaHV-1. Sudden deaths in a litter of greyhound puppies, with post mortem findings highly suggestive of CaHV-1, was reported by researchers from the University of Sydney in 1970. A diagnosis of CaHV-1 was confirmed as the cause of sudden deaths in a litter of Labrador puppies in Perth in 1971, as well as a litter of Doberman Pinschers in Queensland in 1974. In 2002, CaHV-1 isolated from a greyhound pup in Australia underwent genetic sequencing. No further case studies on CaHV-1 appear to have been reported. Moreover, no research into the seroprevalence of CaHV-1 has been undertaken in this country. Interestingly, a vaccine against CaHV-1 is available in other countries but is not currently registered in Australia. The aim of our research is to evaluate the seroprevalence of CaHV-1 in dogs in the Herbert and Lower Burdekin District of Queensland. A secondary aim is to identify risk factors for CaHV-1 infection based on a questionnaire supplied to the owners of dogs submitted for sampling. This research will provide an important first step in establishing the relevance of CaHV-1 to dog owners, breeders and veterinarians in Australia. Knowledge arising from this study may help to inform on strategies to minimise infection rates within dog populations. Furthermore, the results of this study may provide a preliminary indication on whether a vaccine against CaHV-1 could be of value to Australian breeding kennels.
Investigators
Holly Dever and Bruce Gummow in collaboration with Paul Horwood and Carolynne Joone (College of Public Health and Medical & Vet Sciences)
Keywords
Dog; Epidemiology; Herpes; Tropics; Infertility; North Queensland
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Current
  • The Threat of Feral Pigs as a Reservoir of Zoonotic Diseases in North Queensland (PhD , Secondary Advisor)
  • Seroprevalence and Genotypic Characterization of Hepatitis B virus in the ABO Blood types in Papua New Guinea Healthy Blood Donors. (PhD , Primary Advisor/AM/Adv)
  • Zoonotic disease ecology around garbage sites in central Thailand (PhD , Primary Advisor/AM/Adv)
  • A Holistic approach to the Prevention and Control of Infectious Keratoconjunctivitis in Western Cape Dairy Cattle (PhD , Primary Advisor/AM/Adv)
  • Clinical epidemiology of sago induced haemolytic disease in rural lowland communities in Papua New Guinea (PhD , Associate Advisor)
Completed
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