Franziska Koch

Dr. Franziska Koch is a Researcher at the FBN - Research Institute for Farm Animal Biology, leading the Nutritional Biochemistry working group. Her research focuses on understanding metabolic and physiological adaptations in farm animals, particularly dairy cows, under environmental stressors like heat stress. She investigates molecular mechanisms regulating nutrient metabolism, immune responses, and gut integrity.

Her work integrates proteomics, metabolomics, and microbiome analysis to address challenges in animal nutrition and health. Key research areas include heat stress impacts on lactation, gut microbiota, metabolic pathways, and immune function. Collaborations with international teams have produced influential studies in journals like PNAS and Journal of Dairy Science.

Koch’s publications highlight trends in heat stress biology, dietary interventions, and mitochondrial adaptations. Her findings contribute to improving animal welfare and productivity in livestock systems. She actively participates in conferences and publishes in high-impact journals, emphasizing translational research toward agricultural sustainability.