Andrew Jonathan Steelman

Andrew Jonathan Steelman is a Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, with affiliations in the Department of Animal Sciences, Nutritional Sciences, and the Neuroscience Program at the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology. His research focuses on immunology, autoimmunity, and the intersection of nutritional science with animal health and neuroimmune signaling.

Recent research trends highlight his work on dietary interventions in companion animals (cats and dogs), analyzing impacts on immune function, fecal microbiota, and physiological health markers. He explores neuroimmune interactions through behavioral testing in animal models and investigates cholesterol homeostasis in immune and cancer pathophysiology.

• Scientific Awards: Bio-Serv Award in Experimental Animal Nutrition (2021).

Collaborations with institutions like the Carl R. Woese Institute for Genomic Biology and multidisciplinary networks in immunology, neuroscience, and animal nutrition underscore his academic engagement.