From pioneering research into the physiology and genetics of fertility, to exploring novel forage options for lactating dairy cows, developing cutting-edge on-farm decision-making software, and producing transgenic pigs for medical applications—our researchers are pushing the boundaries of science.
Data-driven Livestock Production
This research capitalizes on sensors and recording technologies to monitor on-farm management via analytical and machine-learning approaches, thereby improving sustainable decision making in animal health, nutrition, reproduction, and welfare.
Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology
Research in this domain explores biological processes, tools and technologies to generate basic and applied knowledge on reproduction and development, integrating in vitro embryo technologies, epigenetics, and gene-editing approaches.
Genetics and Breeding
This research uses phenotypic and genomic data to improve livestock traits that are important to producers, consumers, and the environment through reproductive technologies, statistical and machine-learning techniques, and breeding programs.
Health and Welfare
Research in this domain explores what affects animal health and welfare using behaviour monitoring, molecular biology, microbiome, and machine learning tools. This domain also explores interactions of animals, environment, and humans in the One Health context.
Molecular Physiology
Research in this field explores the molecular control of animal physiology, tissue specific gene expression, physiological functions and molecular basis of climate adaptations such as heat stress and cold resistance.
Nutrition and Metabolism
Research in this domain explores how feed and additives can promote animal health, environmental sustainability, and human health, and nutrient metabolism in ruminant and non-ruminant livestock.