National Institute Of Veterinary Research

The National Institute of Veterinary Research (NIVR), doing business as Vien THU Y, is a non-profit organization registered to receive federal grant awards from the U.S. government. Established in Vietnam, NIVR specializes in veterinary research and provides critical services in animal health, disease surveillance, and data collection. The institute's expertise extends to managing veterinary samples, conducting epidemiological studies, and developing geospatial databases for livestock-related data. NIVR's collaboration with U.S. federal agencies demonstrates its significant role in international veterinary research and its capacity to contribute to global animal health initiatives.

NIVR has been involved in several federally funded projects, showcasing its diverse capabilities in the field of veterinary science. In August 2022, NIVR received a prime federal grant award for a project titled "Field Exposures of Cattle Fever Tick Eggs and Larvae in Vietnam to Rear Biological Control Agents." This cooperative agreement, awarded by a civilian agency, highlights NIVR's involvement in research aimed at controlling livestock parasites. Additionally, NIVR has participated in sub-grant awards, working in partnership with the University of Florida. These projects focus on data collection, workshop coordination, and the development of geospatial databases for veterinary data. NIVR's responsibilities include managing veterinary samples, coordinating domestic travel for field work, conducting GIS training sessions, and developing open-source compatible geospatial databases. The institute's work encompasses various aspects of veterinary epidemiology, including sample collection, diagnostic testing, and the integration of laboratory results with geospatial data for modeling purposes, particularly in the study of livestock melioidosis.