The Norwegian Veterinary Institute Tromsø is part of the Norwegian Veterinary Institute, which is a national research institution in Norway. The institute's main task is to contribute to research and development in veterinary medicine, animal welfare and public health. Research at the institute focuses on various aspects of animal diseases, infection control and animal health, with the goal of improving the health and welfare of both domestic and wild animals.
The institute collaborates with various national and international research environments, as well as public and private actors. This collaboration helps to strengthen the knowledge base in veterinary medicine and facilitate innovative solutions to challenges related to animal diseases and infection. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute Tromsø plays an important role in the surveillance of animal diseases and the development of vaccines and treatment methods.