Melissa Altman

Melissa Altman is an Associate Professor of Equine Science and Department Chair of the Department of Equine Studies at Asbury University. She also serves as the Pre-Veterinary Advisor. Her roles include teaching, research, and advising students in equine-related fields.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Veterinary Science (Equine Immunology), University of Kentucky’s Gluck Equine Research Center (2017)
• B.A. in Chemistry, Asbury University (2012)

Research Interests: Melissa’s work focuses on inflamm-aging in senior horses, exploring how nutrition and endocrine dysfunction influence inflammation. Her research bridges equine immunology and clinical veterinary science, with a commitment to advancing equine health through scientific inquiry.

Advising & Grants: She has mentored numerous undergraduate students in research, though specific grant details are not provided. Her advising role supports students pursuing veterinary careers.

Labs & Collaborations: Her graduate research was conducted at the Gluck Equine Research Center, though current university-based lab details are unspecified.