The Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases (IIAD), a unit of Texas A&M AgriLife Research, delivers translational research-driven, risk-based solutions and training applications to address animal diseases through a One Health systems approach. Recognized by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) as a collaborating center in biological threat reduction, IIAD supports and implements animal health initiatives, provides scientific and technical training, and conducts research focused on global animal health. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}