We are very pleased to share that Dr. Mostafa Ghanem, Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland and Virgina-Maryland School of Veterinary Medicine, is the new CAST Representative for the American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP). Dr. Ghanem will be participating in the Animal Work Group.

“I am delighted to join CAST as the new liaison for the American Association of Avian Pathologists,” says Ghanem. “This is an exciting

opportunity to collaborate with experts across various fields and contribute to the mission of providing reliable, science-based information to inform policy, media, and the public. I am committed to fostering a strong partnership between AAAP and the broader agricultural community, and I look forward to leveraging our collective expertise to address challenges and opportunities in agriculture. Together, we can advance efficient and sustainable methods of food production while ensuring the health and well-being of both animals and consumers.”