Sandy Mackenzie

Dr Sandy Mackenzie is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agriculture and Environment at Harper Adams University. Their expertise spans nutritional biochemistry, clinical biochemistry, and farm animal nutrition, with a focus on copper metabolism, trace element deficiencies, and immune responses in livestock.

Teaching: Delivers modules in Nutritional Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, and Biotechnology at undergraduate and masters levels.

Research Interests: Investigates copper metabolism in ruminants, including copper deficiency aetiology, molybdenum toxicity, and toxicosis. Studies micronutrient effects on farm animal health, nutrition-immune system interactions, and husbandry practices impacting animal performance. Active in the Beef and Sheep Research Group and Dairy, Heifer and Calf Research Group.

Awards:

• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA)

Professional Memberships: British Society of Animal Science.