The objectives of the workshop was to :

- finalize the mini-projects for those who have completed their work and data analysis

- explore options to publicize findings in scientific journals

- identify solutions for the completion of the mini-projects thata are not completed

- present and discuss study designs and data analysis to reduce the gaps in the expertise of the VEP trainees

- determine the gaps ans limitations of the current project through specific input from te trainees

- engage two veterinary scientists (Drs. Dave Hird and Linda Logan) as external reviewers with the aim to assess the value and the limitations of the project

Format :

the final workshop is primarily an open discussion with limited lectures. the facilitators will present specific topics related to study design, use of statistics, and data analysis.