Claudia Klein

Prof. Dr. Claudia Klein, PhD serves as Head of the Institute of Farm Animal Genetics (ING) at the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut, leading the Department of Biotechnology. Her role encompasses strategic oversight of genetic research initiatives and resource management for farm animal conservation.

Her professional credentials include:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (Dr. med. vet.)
• Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenology (ACT)
• Diplomate of the European College of Animal Reproduction (ECAR)

Dr. Klein's research focuses on molecular mechanisms of animal reproduction, genetic diversity preservation, and biotechnological applications in livestock breeding. Her work integrates genomic analysis with practical farm animal management through the German Gene Bank and Experimental Station Mariensee/Mecklenhorst infrastructure.

She collaborates extensively with institute colleagues including Dr. S. Altgilbers, Dr. J. Geibel, and Prof. Dr. S. Weigend on national genetic resource projects.