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PetMedix co-founder makes Forbes ‘30 under 30’ list
Dr Jolyon Martin.

Dr Jolyon Martin is the only honouree from an animal health firm

PetMedix co-founder Dr Jolyon Martin has been included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 Europe List for Science and Healthcare 2021.

The 28-year-old head of business development has been instrumental in translating human health technology breakthroughs into companion animals. 

While undertaking his PhD at the University of Cambridge, Dr Martin developed a transgenic mouse platform that can create fully canine antibodies - technology that now forms the basis of the PetMedix technology.

Dr Martin commented: “I am honoured to be included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, and excited to join the global network of fellow entrepreneurs. I’ve always had a passion for animals, having been surrounded by dogs growing up. 

“We also have increasing evidence about the close links between the health and welfare of pets and their human owners. I am thrilled that my work at PetMedix, developing therapeutics to fill a yawning gap in the provision of precision medicine for pets, has been recognised among such outstanding fellow honourees.”  

The Forbes list contains young entrepreneurs across 10 categories who have achieved excellence in their field. Dr Martin is the only honouree from an animal health firm to be included on this year’s list.

 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.