Kylee Duberstein

Kylee Duberstein is a Professor in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science at the University of Georgia. She teaches courses including Equine Nutrition, Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Horse, and Beginning/Intermediate Horsemanship. With appointments since 2007 and current full-time status (excluding a 20% extension appointment), her work spans research and extension programs focused on equine biomechanics, oxidative stress, and neurotrauma recovery models.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Animal Sciences, University of Florida (2006)
• B.S. in Animal Sciences, University of Florida (1999)

Her research integrates animal biomechanics with neuroscience, examining oxidative stress in performance horses and developing porcine models for traumatic brain injury and stroke recovery. Recent publications analyze neural stem cell therapies, microbial transplantations, and environmental impacts on equine movement and digestion.

Scientific Awards:

• UGA Teaching Academy Membership (2024)
• Student Career Success Influencer Awards (2024, 2022)
• D.W. Brooks Excellence in Teaching Award (2022)
• NACTA Educator Award (2015)
• Multiple teaching recognitions (Provost, CAES, Benyshek Awards)

She mentors students in undergraduate research and collaborates with the Equine Science Society. Her extension work includes youth programs, quiz bowls, and horsemanship clinics.