C. LeAnn White
LeAnn White is the Center Director at USGS National Wildlife Health Center.
She received a PhD in Infectious Diseases and Pathology and a MPH in Epidemiology from the University of Florida. She joined USGS in 2009 as a Field Epidemiologist and studied the ecology of diseases in multiple systems with field work focuses on double-crested cormorants and sea otters. From 2014-2020 she served as Chief of the Wildlife Epidemiology and Emerging Diseases Branch and broadened her focus to include development of standards for wildlife disease data and the use of social sciences to influence conservation action. From 2020-2024, as Deputy Center Director, she assisted with day-to-day operations of the Center and incorporation of systems thinking into the planning and evaluation of science directions and business operations. As Center Director, she plans to focus on developing conditions (facilities, processes, and workforce) that will allow the Center to accomplish its vision of creating comprehensive solutions needed to improve wildlife health.
Professional Experience
2024-Present Center Director, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Madison, WI
2020-2024 Deputy Center Directory, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Madison, WI
2014-2020 Branch Chief, Wildlife Epidemiology and Emerging Diseases, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Madison, WI
2009-14 Wildlife Epidemiologist, USGS National Wildlife Health Center, Madison, WI
2009 Wildlife Specialist, USDA/APHIS/Wildlife Services, Indiana
2008-09 Pre-doctoral NIH/NIAID NSRA T32 fellow, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
2005-08 Research Assistant, Department of Infectious Diseases and Pathology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
2003-08 Biological Scientist, Department of Infectious Diseases and Pathology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
2003 Research Technician, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Gainesville, FL
1999-03 Research Assistant, Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
1998 Supervised Researcher, Department of Aquatic Toxicology, Virginia Institute of Marine Science, Gloucester Point, VA
Education and Certifications
2009-Doctor of Philosophy, Department of Infectious Diseases and Pathology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
2009-Master of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida
2003-Master of Science, Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida
1998-Bachelor of Science in Biology. College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA
Science and Products
Amphibian: A case definition for Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans chytridiomycosis
Avian botulism type E in waterbirds of Lake Michigan, 2010–2013
Novel H5 clade 2.3.4.4 reassortant (H5N1) virus from a green-winged teal in Washington, USA
Wildlife specimen collection, preservation, and shipment
USGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
Spatial and temporal patterns of avian paramyxovirus-1 outbreaks in Double-Crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) in the USA
USGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
Serologic evidence of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 virus in northern sea otters
USGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
USGS National WIldlife Health Center quarterly wildlife mortality report
USGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
Pathogen exposure and blood chemistry in the Washington population of northern sea otters (Enhydra lutris kenyoni)
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**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
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Amphibian: A case definition for Batrachochytrium salamandrivorans chytridiomycosis
No abstract available.AuthorsC. LeAnn White, Maria J. Forzan, Allan P. Pessier, Matthew C. Allender, Jennifer R. Ballard, Allesandro Catenazzi, Heather Fenton, An Martel, Frank Pasmans, Debra L. Miller, Robert J. Ossiboff, Katherine RichgelsAvian botulism type E in waterbirds of Lake Michigan, 2010–2013
During 2010 to 2013, waterbird mortality surveillance programs used a shared protocol for shoreline walking surveys performed June to November at three areas in northern Lake Michigan. In 2010 and 2012, 1244 total carcasses (0.8 dead bird/km walked) and 2399 total carcasses (1.2 dead birds/km walked), respectively, were detected. Fewer carcasses were detected in 2011 (353 total carcasses, 0.2 deadAuthorsJennifer G. Chipault, C. LeAnn White, David S. Blehert, Susan K. Jennings, Sean M. StromNovel H5 clade 2.3.4.4 reassortant (H5N1) virus from a green-winged teal in Washington, USA
Eurasian (EA)-origin H5N8 clade 2.3.4.4 avian influenza viruses were first detected in North America during December 2014. Subsequent reassortment with North American (AM) low-pathogenic wild-bird-origin avian influenza has generated at least two reassortants, including an EA/AM H5N1 from an apparently healthy wild green-winged teal, suggesting continued ongoing reassortment.AuthorsMia Kim Torchetti, Mary-Lea Killian, Robert J. Dusek, Janice C. Pedersen, Nichole Hines, Barbara L. Bodenstein, C. LeAnn White, Hon S. IpWildlife specimen collection, preservation, and shipment
Specimens are used to provide supporting information leading to the determination of the cause of disease or death in wildlife and for disease monitoring or surveillance. Commonly used specimens for wildlife disease investigations include intact carcasses, tissues from carcasses, euthanized or moribund animals, parasites, ingested food, feces, or environmental samples. Samples from live animals orAuthorsC. LeAnn White, Robert J. DusekUSGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
No abstract available.AuthorsAnne E. Ballmann, C. LeAnn White, Barbara L. Bodenstein, Jennifer L. BucknerSpatial and temporal patterns of avian paramyxovirus-1 outbreaks in Double-Crested Cormorants (Phalacrocorax auritus) in the USA
Morbidity and mortality events caused by avian paramyxovirus-1 (APMV-1) in Double-crested Cormorant (DCCO; Phalacrocorax auritus) nesting colonies in the US and Canada have been sporadically documented in the literature. We describe APMV-1 associated outbreaks in DCCO in the US from the first reported occurrence in 1992 through 2012. The frequency of APMV-1 outbreaks has increased in the US over tAuthorsC. LeAnn White, Hon S. Ip, Carol U. Meteyer, Daniel P. Walsh, Jeffrey S. Hall, Michelle Carstensen, Paul C. WolfUSGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
No abstract available.AuthorsAnne E. Ballmann, C. LeAnn White, Barbara L. Bodenstein, Jennifer BucknerSerologic evidence of influenza A(H1N1)pdm09 virus in northern sea otters
Sporadic epizootics of pneumonia among marine mammals have been associated with multiple animal-origin influenza A virus subtypes (1–6); seals are the only known nonhuman host for influenza B viruses (7). Recently, we reported serologic evidence of influenza A virus infection in free-ranging northern sea otters (Enhydra lutris kenyoni) captured off the coast of Washington, USA, in August 2011 (8).AuthorsZhu-Nan Li, Hon S. Ip, Jessica F. Frost, C. LeAnn White, Michael J. Murray, Paul J. Carney, Xiang-Jie Sun, James Stevens, Min Z. Levine, Jacqueline M. KatzUSGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
No abstract available.AuthorsAnne E. Ballmann, C. LeAnn White, Barbara L. Bodenstein, Jennifer L. BucknerUSGS National WIldlife Health Center quarterly wildlife mortality report
No abstract available.AuthorsJennifer L. Buckner, Anne E. Ballmann, Barbara L. Bodenstein, C. LeAnn WhiteUSGS National Wildlife Health Center quarterly mortality report
No abstract available.AuthorsAnne E. Ballmann, C. LeAnn White, Barbara L. Bodenstein, Jennifer L. BucknerPathogen exposure and blood chemistry in the Washington population of northern sea otters (Enhydra lutris kenyoni)
Northern sea otters (Enhydra lutris kenyoni) from Washington State, United States were evaluated in 2011 to determine health status and pathogen exposure. Antibodies to Brucella spp. (10%) and influenza A virus (23%) were detected for the first time in this population in 2011. Changes in clinical pathology values (serum chemistries), exposure to pathogens, and overall health of the population overAuthorsC. LeAnn White, Krysten L. Schuler, Nancy J. Thomas, Julie L. Webb, Jeremiah T. Saliki, Hon S. Ip, J. P. Dubey, Elizabeth R. FrameNon-USGS Publications**
Vincent, CR, Thomas, TL, Reyes, L, White, CL, Canales, BK, Brown, MB. 2013. Symptoms and risk factors associated with first UTI in college-aged women: A prospective cohort study. Journal of Urology. 189: 904-910.Wendland, LD, Wooding, J, White, CL, Demcovitz, D, Littell, R, Diemer Berish, J, Ozgul, A, Oli, MA, Klein, PA, Christman, MC, Brown, MB. 2010. Social behavior drives the dynamics of respiratory disease in threatened tortoises. Ecology 91: 1257-1262.Abbot, JR, White, CL, Davis BS. 2008. Praxelis clematidea (Asteraceae), a genus and species new for the Flora of North America. Botanical Research Institute of Texas 2: 621-626.White, CL, Main, MB. 2005. Waterbird use of created wetlands in golf-course landscapes. Wildlife Society Bulletin 33: 411-421.White, CL, Frederick, PC, Main, MB, Rodgers, JA, Jr. 2005. Nest island creation for waterbirds. Circular No. 1473/WEC Series. Florida Cooperative Extension Service. Institute of Food and Agricultural Health. University of Florida.
White, CL, Main, MB. 2004. Habitat value of golf course wetlands to waterbirds. USGA Turfgrass and Environmental Research On-line 3(16):1-10.White, CL, Main, MB. 2002. Wildlife in urban landscapes: waterbirds and golf course ponds. Series No. WEC188. Florida Cooperative Extension Service. Institute of Food and Agricultural Health. University of Florida.**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
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