Anatomy and Physiology
We are a multi-disciplinary department with responsibilities in instruction, research and continuing education in the disciplines of gross and microscopic anatomy, cell and systemic physiology, pharmacology, neuroscience and animal behavior and welfare.
WHO WE ARE
Our mission: Cultivate an environment that fosters ingenuity, leadership and excellence in teaching, research and service.
Our vision: Build the finest veterinary biomedical science department.
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OUR LEADERSHIP
Dr. Mike Apley chosen for A&P department head position;
Dr. Hans Coetzee selected as KSU interim VP for research
Dr. Mike Apley has been named department head for Anatomy & Physiology. He took over for Dr. Hans Coetzee, the department head from 2016-2024.
As the E.J. Frick Professor in Veterinary Medicine, Apley teaches pharmacology and food animal courses and coordinates advanced feedlot production medicine.
Apley received a bachelor's degree in 1981, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 1987 and a doctorate in clinical pharmacology in 1992, all from K-State. He is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology.
He started his career in veterinary medicine with a general practice in central Kansas, then moved to a feedlot consulting/contract research practice in Colorado. Before becoming a professor at K-State in 2005, he was a faculty member at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. His research efforts include food animal therapeutics, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of veterinary drugs, and antimicrobial resistance.
Dr. Coetzee became Associate Dean of Research and Graduate Programs in 2023, succeeding Dr. Frank Blecha, and was recently chosen as interim vice president for research for KSU, so Dr. Dana Vanlandingham is now serving as interim ADR.
OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Recent achievements by A&P faculty
Dr. Tim Musch is the 2023 Dolph C. Simons Sr. Award winner in Biomedical Sciences. This award is one of the four research achievement awards established in 1981 through the University of Kansas Endowment Association. Dr. Musch was also recently sworn in as president of the American Physiological Society and was featured on the cover of The Physiologist Magazine.- Dr. Peying Fong earned a promotion to full professor in the department.
- Professor Pradeep Malreddy was promoted to the title of clinical associate professor and also has earned membership in the Academy of Medical Educators.
Aparicio earns PhD, DeVader gets master's after final presentations
Cesar Aparicio-Lopez secured his PhD and Sarah DeVader earned her master's
after the two grad students in the KSU Department of Anatomy & Physiology made successful final presentations recently. Aparicio-Lopez presented "Development of Lipid-Based Nanoparticles for Combination Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer with Hyperthermia" on Oct. 30. DeVader presented "Study of the PD-1 Expression in Lung Carcinoma Cells and T Lymphoblasts by Euglena gracilis Water Extract" on Nov. 25.
Kiana Schulze recognized with UDP excellence scholarship
Kiana Schulze is one of three Kansas State University doctoral students recognized with the University Distinguished Professors Excellence in Doctoral Studies Award for achievements in academic and scholarly work from the university's highest-ranking professors. The goal of Schulze's research is to understand how impaired blood flow to muscles, including the diaphragm and skeletal muscles, contributes to difficulty breathing and reduced exercise capacity in pulmonary hypertension patients. The next step in her research, Schulze said, is to explore interventions that act on the diaphragm blood vessels with the hopes that they will improve muscle blood flow. This information will inform patient treatment plans and allow them to live more comfortable and active lives. Schulze said she became interested in her research as an undergraduate student at K-State while taking the Exercise Physiology course: "I remember asking Dr. Tim Musch to elaborate on why something happened, and he said, 'We don’t really know yet,' and it occurred to me how much more there is to learn, and that research was the avenue to be at the forefront of finding answers to some of these questions." Schulze received a $2,600 award to recognize her doctoral work. Schulze's major professors are Dr. David C. Poole, university distinguished professor of kinesiology and physiology, and Dr. Musch, university distinguished professor of exercise physiology. View a brief video summary of Schulze's research.
Dr. Coetzee earns Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Fellowship
Hans Coetzee, interim vice president for research and university distinguished professor of veterinary medicine, has been awarded a prestigious fellowship by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or RCVS. This recognition honors Coetzee's exceptional contributions to the field of veterinary science, particularly in advancing animal health and welfare. The title Fellow of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or FRCVS, has been in existence for more than 140 years and is among the highest honors bestowed by the RCVS. It is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and excellence in the veterinary profession. The distinction recognizes Coetzee's innovative research and educational efforts, which have significantly influenced veterinary practices around the world. Coetzee's work has been instrumental in enhancing the understanding of pain management in farm animals and improving veterinary care standards globally. His commitment to the advancement of veterinary science is evident in his numerous contributions to research, education and clinical practice.
OUR DEPARTMENT IN THE NEWS
Wearing Covid-19 Masks: Blood Oxygenation and Exercise Capacity (KWCH - TV)
Dehorning Pain Management (Bovine Veterinarian)
Updated Ag Guide Expands on Pain Management (JAVMA)
K-State Research Team First to Analyze Safety of Industrial Hemp As Cattle Feed (KSN Wichita)
K-State Researches Possibility of Feeding Hemp to Cattle (KSNT Topeka)
K-State Studies Deadly Blue Green Algae (KSNT Topeka)