Dr. Gathira Muchira is a veterinarian and scientist with over a decade in veterinary diagnostics, laboratory management, and quality assurance. As Head of Pathology at the National Veterinary Reference Laboratory, he ensures compliance with international standards and advances laboratory quality management. His expertise spans across research, policy implementation, and stakeholder collaboration, with a strong commitment to enhancing public health through the integration of One Health principles. As a member of ILRI’s Institutional Animal Care & Use Committee (IACUC) (representing the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS)), Dr. Muchira oversees ethical compliance in animal research, ensuring high standards of welfare.