Andreas Vernunft

Andreas Vernunft is a Professor leading the Animal Husbandry & Health research group at the Research Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN). His work focuses on reproductive physiology, lactation biology, and animal husbandry practices in livestock species like cattle and pigs. He has expertise in embryo transfer technologies, follicular development, and hormone regulation in domestic animals.

Key Affiliations:

• Head of Animal Husbandry & Health Working Group, FBN
• Research collaborations with the University of Rostock and other institutions

Research Interests:

Dr. Vernunft's research spans multiple areas:

• Functional analysis of reproductive hormones (e.g., AMH, INSL3)
• Lactation biochemistry and milk component dynamics
• Ultrasound monitoring of fetal growth and reproductive health
• Impact of dietary factors on oocyte quality and fertility
• Animal welfare aspects in modern farming systems

Recent Work Trends:

His recent publications emphasize:

• Role of sialylated milk oligosaccharides in dairy cows
• Polysialic acid metabolism during lactation
• Effects of cyclooxygenase inhibitors on bovine follicular function
• Optimizing neonatal care practices in swine and cattle

Grants and Teams:

Leads multidisciplinary teams investigating:

• Swine reproduction physiology
• Bovine lactation biochemistry
• Embryo transfer technologies

Labs/Teams:

Primary affiliation with FBN's Animal Husbandry & Health lab, collaborating with:

• Molecular Animal Breeding Unit at University of Rostock
• Clinical and experimental veterinary teams