Henry Reyer

Dr. rer. nat. Henry Reyer is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Leibniz Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN) since 2014, focusing on Physiological Genomics of farm animals. His research bridges genetic variation with performance, immunity, and nutrient utilization in pigs, poultry, and cattle.

• PhD in Biology from University of Rostock (2014)
• Diploma in Biology from University of Rostock (2009)
• 2003-2009: Undergraduate studies in Biology at University of Rostock

Research spans:

• Epigenetic regulation of calcium/phosphorus metabolism in pigs
• Transcriptomic responses to nutrient deficiencies in poultry
• Genetic basis of feed efficiency across species
• Host-microbiota interactions in gut health and metabolism
• Stress parameters in modern vs traditional pig breeds
• Multi-tissue gene expression in dairy cattle nitrogen utilization

Over 50 publications since 2016, with 2024-2025 studies covering black soldier fly microbiomes, jejunal epigenetics, and vitamin D metabolism. Collaborative work with Klaus Wimmers and Michael Oster includes projects on agricultural sustainability and nutrient recycling.

Current affiliations include:

• Researcher at FBN's Physiological Genomics working group
• Contributor to Leibniz ScienceCampus 'Animal Replacement'
• Participant in Open Science initiatives at FBN