Dee Honored With Distinguished Research Alumni Award
The University of Minnesota veterinary college recognized Scott Dee's swine infectious disease research at its annual Research Day event.
Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Veterinary Medicine
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine presented its Distinguished Research Alumni award to Scott Dee during its annual Research Day event. The college honored Dee for research focused on infectious diseases in swine.
Why it matters
The award recognizes a career spanning academia and industry in swine veterinary medicine, a field central to animal health in Minnesota's agricultural economy. Dee's work highlights the connection between university research and practical disease control.
Dee has nearly 200 peer-reviewed publications and a 35-year career in swine veterinary medicine. He spent 12 years with Pipestone Applied Research, where he served as emeritus director of discovery and innovation.
The players
Scott Dee
Scott Dee is a veterinarian and researcher known for his work on infectious diseases in swine, with a career spanning the University of Minnesota and industry.
University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is a public veterinary school in Minnesota that trains veterinarians and conducts animal health research.
Pipestone Applied Research
Pipestone Applied Research is an applied swine research organization affiliated with Pipestone Veterinary Services in Minnesota.
The details
Tom Molitor presented the award as part of the college's annual Research Day, following a nomination letter signed by Molitor and five colleagues. Dee earned his DVM in 1987, MS in 1985, and PhD in 1996 from the University of Minnesota before working as a swine practitioner in Morris, Minnesota.
Timeline
1985: Dee earned his MS from the University of Minnesota.
1987: Dee graduated with his DVM from the College of Veterinary Medicine.
1996: Dee earned his PhD from the University of Minnesota.
1999: Dee joined the college faculty as an associate professor.
December 2022: Dee announced he had entered a phased retirement.
Season Trajectory
Dee's career mirrors the path many swine veterinarians take from clinical practice into applied research at Pipestone Applied Research. The recognition reflects how university and industry research on swine infectious diseases has developed in Minnesota over several decades.
Minnesota livestock producers and veterinarians benefit from applied swine disease research developed by institutions like Pipestone Applied Research. Recognition of long-running research programs helps sustain the expertise available to farms across the state.
The takeaway
Long-term applied research on swine infectious diseases translates into practical tools for farmers and veterinarians. Recognition of career contributions like Dee's underscores the value of sustained investment in animal health science.
Further reading
For more on animal health research, explore Veterinary Medicine coverage across Minnesota.
Source note: This article includes information reported by National Hog Farmer.
