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Joanna MalukiewiczView profile

Researcher

• Evolutionary Biology
• Genomics
• Conservation Biology
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Dr. Joanna Malukiewicz is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Hamburg, affiliated with the Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences and the Department of Biology. She works within the Institute of Animal Cell and Systems Biology, focusing on Evolutionary Immunogenomics. Her research emphasizes genomic studies of primates, particularly marmosets (Callithrix species), hybridization dynamics, microbiome analysis, and conservation genomics. Dr. Malukiewicz's work spans evolutionary biology, genomics, and biodiversity conservation. She investigates topics such as morphological variation in marmosets, genomic mechanisms driving dwarfism, and the impact of captivity on animal health. Her studies often combine genomic data with ecological observations to understand species adaptation and survival. Her recent publications highlight advancements in sequencing technologies, applications of genomics to conservation, and insights into zoonotic diseases in urban primate populations. She collaborates internationally, addressing challenges in endangered species management and sustainable biodiversity strategies. Dr. Malukiewicz holds no listed scientific awards but contributes actively to peer-reviewed literature and conservation initiatives. She is based at the Institute of Animal Cell and Systems Biology, Room 459, in Hamburg.

Mohammed ZidaneView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Genetics
• Behavioral Informatics in Animal Husbandry

Dr. Mohammed Zidane is a scientific staff member at the Institute of Animal Breeding and Husbandry at Kiel University. His work focuses on animal breeding, pet genetics, and behavioral informatics in livestock husbandry. Institution: Kiel University Email: mzidane@tierzucht.uni-kiel.de

• Plant Genetics
• Crop Biodiversity
• Breeding Informatics
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Karl Schmid is a W3 Professor of Crop Plant Biodiversity and Breeding Informatics at the University of Hohenheim's Institute of Plant Breeding, Seed Science and Population Genetics within the College of Agricultural Sciences. His research integrates evolutionary genetics, population genomics, and machine learning to address agricultural challenges. Ph.D. in Biology, University of Munich (1996) Postdoctoral Research, Cornell University (1997-1999) Emmy-Noether Research Group, Max Planck Institute of Chemical Ecology (2000-2006) Group Leader, Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics (2006-2008) Professor of Genetics, Swedish Agricultural University (2008) His research focuses on crop biodiversity conservation, evolutionary genetics of plant pathogens, and breeding informatics applications. Current work leverages deep learning for phenotyping (quinoa panicles, barley genomics) and analyzes pathogen evolution (Exserohilum turcicum in maize). His team actively develops computational tools like GGoutlieR for geo-genetic pattern detection. Recent publications demonstrate strong trends in applying AI to agricultural genomics, particularly in quinoa improvement and pathogen surveillance. His group leads the EU H2020 INVITE project on molecular markers in plant variety protection and organizes international symposia like the 2024 Quinoa Symposium at Hohenheim. Head of Crop Biodiversity and Breeding Informatics Group Principal Investigator, EU H2020 INVITE project Organizer, International Quinoa Symposium 2024

Uwe RascherView profile

Professor

• Photosynthesis
• Remote Sensing
• Plant Physiology
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Prof. Dr. Uwe Rascher is the Head of the Shoot Dynamics group at the Institute of Bio- and Geosciences (IBG) , Plant Sciences (IBG-2) within the Jülich Research Centre . His research bridges biophysical processes in photosynthesis with remote sensing applications. Research Focus: Spatiotemporal dynamics of photosynthesis Non-destructive physiological monitoring Solar-induced chlorophyll fluorescence (SIF) for ecosystem analysis Drought and stress response in crops Machine learning for agricultural decision support Integration of leaf-to-canopy scale observations Scientific Trends: Analysis of SIF for photosynthesis quantification, development of hyperspectral imaging systems, cross-scale stress detection (drought, heat), machine learning applications in plant phenotyping, and climate research collaborations. Technical Contributions: Development of HyScreen, FloX, and FluoMap systems for field spectroscopy, UAV-based sensor validation, and standardized ground measurement networks. His work emphasizes sensor fusion, light distribution models, and fractal geometry for fluorescence downscaling.

Katharina VoßView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Animal Genetics
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Dr. Katharina Voß is a researcher at the Institute of Animal Breeding and Husbandry at Kiel University, working within Prof. Dr. Georg Thaller's scientific team. Her role focuses on Behavioral Informatics in Livestock Husbandry and Animal Breeding and Pet Genetics, contributing to the institute's core mission of advancing sustainable and ethical animal agriculture practices through data-driven methodologies. Her research spans critical domains including genetic selection techniques, behavioral pattern analysis in farm animals, and the development of precision farming technologies. She plays a key role in the AniFair software ecosystem—designed to objectively assess animal welfare conditions—and integrates computational approaches to optimize breeding protocols while addressing ethical considerations in livestock management. Her work bridges theoretical genetics with practical farm applications, emphasizing transparency in animal husbandry systems. Dr. Voß actively collaborates with major research networks including the German Society for Breeding Science (DGFZ) and the FoCus competence network "Food Chain Plus," while supporting the institute's Milk Competence Center initiatives. She contributes to experimental farm operations at Karkendamm and participates in marine aquaculture research through the Bioeconomy at Marine Sites (BaMS) framework, demonstrating commitment to interdisciplinary solutions for modern agricultural challenges.

Heidi WebberView profile

Professor

• Climate Risk Assessment
• Crop Modeling
• Plant Stress Physiology
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Prof. Heidi Webber is a leading agricultural scientist at the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF), serving as Co-Head of Program Area 3 'Agricultural Landscape Systems' and Head of the 'Integrated Crop Production Systems Analysis' working group. Her research focuses on climate risk assessment, crop stress modeling, and sustainable agronomic systems. She holds a Diplom-Agraringenieurin degree and has extensive experience in interdisciplinary studies combining biophysical and socio-economic analyses. Her expertise includes modeling plant growth under abiotic stresses and developing resource-efficient cultivation strategies. Notable contributions involve the AgMIP-Wheat initiative, high-yielding trait experiments, and climate-resilient crop systems in diverse regions like West Africa, South Korea, and Europe. She co-leads international projects addressing climate change impacts on agriculture and leads modeling efforts for crop diversification and adaptation strategies. Key research themes include: Climate risk assessment frameworks Multi-model ensemble approaches for crop yield prediction Abiotic stress tolerance mechanisms in cereals Climate-smart agricultural practices Agroecological transition in smallholder farming systems Her work bridges field experiments with advanced computational models, emphasizing data-driven solutions for sustainable intensification. Current projects explore index-based crop insurance, soil carbon dynamics, and the transformation of farming systems toward silicon-enhanced resilience.

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Machine Learning
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Christian Post is a research associate at the Institute of Animal Breeding and Animal Husbandry , part of the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel . His work focuses on applying machine learning and sensor systems to monitor and predict health disorders in dairy cows and swine, particularly through automated detection of diseases and precision livestock farming . He is also involved in environmental sustainability projects like pigNplay , which simulates nitrogen emission reduction strategies in swine farming. Doctorate in Agriculture from University of Bonn Master's and Bachelor's in Agriculture and Food Management from Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences His research interests span machine learning applications , sensor technology , and informatics in livestock systems . Recent work includes: Deep convolutional neural networks for calf disease detection Benchmark datasets for automated pig detection Comparative modeling of lameness and mastitis prediction

Anita SeidelView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Behavioral Informatics
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Dr. Anita Seidel is a Researcher at the Department of Animal Breeding, Kiel University, Germany, serving in Prof. Dr. Georg Thaller's scientific team focused on Behavioral Informatics in Livestock Husbandry and Animal Breeding and Pet Genetics. Her research spans Animal Breeding , Livestock Husbandry , Behavioral Informatics , Animal Genetics , and Animal Welfare , with significant contributions to the Competence Center AniFair's development of animal welfare assessment software for farming systems. Contact details include office location at Hermann-Rodewald-Str. 6, Room 105, PO Box 1, 24098 Kiel, Germany; telephone +49 431 880 2590; and email aseidel@tierzucht.uni-kiel.de .

Anneke BreiholzView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Animal Genetics
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Anneke Breiholz is a Scientific Staff member (M.Sc.) at the Institute of Animal Breeding and Husbandry, Kiel University, working within Prof. Dr. Georg Thaller's research team. Her role focuses on advancing livestock breeding methodologies and genetic research within the institute's framework. Her research interests span critical domains of modern animal science: Genetic improvement of livestock through genomic selection Behavioral informatics applications in husbandry systems Precision livestock farming technologies Animal welfare optimization in breeding programs Sustainable resource management in experimental farms Data-driven decision support systems like AniFair software Breiholz contributes to the institute's flagship AniFair project—a comprehensive software solution for animal breeding management documented in Installation_AniFair.pdf and Documentation_AniFair.pdf. Her work interfaces with major research networks including the German Society for Breeding Science (DGFZ) and FoCus (Food Chain Plus), supporting experimental farm operations and cross-institutional collaborations in agricultural bioeconomy.

Nadine SchnipkoweitView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Behavioral Informatics
• +2 more

Nadine Schnipkoweit is a Researcher at the Department of Animal Breeding and Pet Genetics at the University of Kiel, specializing in behavioral informatics within livestock husbandry. She is part of the Institute's scientific staff, contributing to research and data analysis in animal breeding systems. Department: Animal Breeding and Pet Genetics Research Focus: Behavioral Informatics in Livestock Husbandry Her work intersects agricultural science and data-driven approaches to optimize animal breeding practices.

Sabina LeonelliView profile

Professor

• Data-Intensive Science
• Philosophy of Science
• History of Science
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Sabina Leonelli is Professor of Philosophy and History of Science at the University of Exeter, where she co-directs the Centre for the Study of the Life Sciences (Egenis). She was a Fellow at the Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin (2021–22) and holds fellowships at the Alan Turing Institute, Academia Europaea, and Académie Internationale de Philosophie de la Science. Her work focuses on the epistemology, history, and governance of data-intensive science, plant research, modeling integration across biological/environmental/health sciences, open science, and global research evaluation systems. Research Trends : Her recent publications emphasize data ethics, global health, AI in agriculture, and epistemological shifts in data practices. Key themes include data actionability, governance, reproducibility, and the social implications of open science. Scientific Awards Fellow, Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin (2021–22) Fellow, Alan Turing Institute Fellow, Academia Europaea Fellow, Académie Internationale de Philosophie de la Science ERC grant recipient (twice) Her editorial role at History and Philosophy of the Life Sciences and leadership in initiatives like the CGIAR Ontologies Community of Practice highlight her commitment to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and equitable data practices.

Karl-Heinz FrommoltView profile

Researcher

• Bioacoustics
• Acoustic Ecology
• Vocal Communication in Vertebrates
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Karl-Heinz Frommolt is a Researcher at the Museum of Natural History, Leibniz Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity Research, where he serves as the Scientific Director of the Animal Sounds Archive and Head of the Bioacoustics Laboratory . His work focuses on bioacoustic monitoring of vertebrates, particularly breeding bird communities, using automated acoustic detection and pattern recognition technologies. Key Projects: Automated Multisensor Station for Monitoring Species Diversity (AMMOD) Development of Intelligent Acoustic Sensor Technology (DeViSe) Integrative Analysis of Pesticides and Land Use Effects on Biodiversity (INPEDIV) His research integrates bioacoustics with environmental monitoring, including work on bat call reference libraries and acoustic communication in vertebrates. Recent publications highlight applications of multisensor stations, microphone array signal processing, and long-term acoustic studies in wetlands and Mediterranean ecosystems. His team develops tools for automated detection, localization, and tracking of vocal animal species, contributing to biodiversity conservation and ecological data management. Dr. Frommolt's work spans taxonomy, ecological informatics, and conservation technology, with field applications in Germany, Greece, and international collaborations.

• Pollen Diversity Monitoring
• Air Quality Assessment
• Pollination Services
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Dr. Thomas Hornick is a Researcher at the Department for Physiological Diversity at the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research (iDiv) in Leipzig, Germany, affiliated with the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ). He has been actively contributing to biodiversity research since joining UFZ/iDiv in 2018, with a focus on developing innovative methods for environmental monitoring. Dr. Hornick's primary research interest lies in automated high-throughput pollen diversity monitoring through the PolDiv project, which assesses air quality and pollination as ecosystem services. His interdisciplinary work bridges ecology, environmental science, and advanced imaging technology, particularly focusing on pollen diversity monitoring , air quality assessment , and pollination services . He employs cutting-edge imaging cytometry and deep learning techniques to analyze pollen characteristics and their ecological implications. His recent publications (2021-2025) demonstrate a strong focus on pollen diversity monitoring using imaging cytometry, with applications in environmental monitoring, biodiversity assessment, and human health. These works span ecological monitoring, biodiversity assessment, environmental health, and technological innovation, showing an increasing integration of computer science methods with ecological research. The trend indicates growing interest in applying these technologies to address sustainability challenges and public health concerns related to pollen and air quality. Dr. Hornick actively collaborates with researchers across multiple institutions on projects related to biodiversity monitoring and environmental assessment. While specific grant information isn't detailed in the available text, his ongoing PolDiv project indicates sustained research funding for his innovative approaches to pollen diversity monitoring. His professional network includes collaborations with experts in ecology, environmental science, allergology, and computer science. As part of the Physiological Diversity team at iDiv, Dr. Hornick contributes to a collaborative research environment focused on understanding and monitoring biodiversity through advanced technological approaches. His work is integral to iDiv's mission of advancing integrative biodiversity research through innovative methodologies that can inform environmental policy and conservation efforts.

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Husbandry
• Animal Informatics
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Dr. Kerstin Barth serves as a PartTime Lecturer at the University of Kiel's Institute of Animal Breeding and Husbandry, specializing in the integration of informatics with livestock management practices. Her academic work focuses on behavioral analysis within animal husbandry systems. Her research interests center on Animal Breeding methodologies , Livestock Husbandry optimization , and the application of informatics systems to agricultural settings. Dr. Barth contributes to the Behavioral Informatics in Livestock Husbandry team, working at the intersection of animal science and data analytics to improve farming practices. Dr. Barth is associated with the AniFair software project, which appears to be a tool for animal breeding management as indicated by the Documentation_AniFair.pdf and Installation_AniFair.pdf files referenced alongside her name in the institute's resource listings.

Philipp HasenpuschView profile

Researcher

• Animal Breeding
• Livestock Genetics
• Animal Husbandry
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Dr. Philipp Hasenpusch is a researcher at the Department of Animal Breeding and Husbandry, Kiel University, Germany, contributing to the institute's scientific initiatives in livestock genetics and breeding methodologies. His work integrates computational approaches with traditional animal science to advance agricultural practices. His research focuses on Animal Breeding , Livestock Genetics , and Agricultural Informatics , particularly through software development like AniFair for data management in breeding programs. This interdisciplinary work bridges genetic theory with practical farm applications, emphasizing data-driven decision-making in livestock husbandry. He maintains active institutional engagement through direct contact channels including email and university office address, reflecting ongoing contributions to the department's research ecosystem without indication of part-time status or secondary appointments.