Holly Neibergs

Holly Neibergs is a Professor of Animal Sciences and Assistant Director of the Office of Research at Washington State University's College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences. Her work bridges veterinary science, genetics, and agricultural production.

Her laboratory focuses on mammalian comparative and functional genomics to identify genes influencing economic traits in livestock. Key research areas include disease resistance (e.g., bovine respiratory disease, paratuberculosis), feed efficiency, and fertility. Projects employ linkage analysis, epidemiology, and functional genomics to advance genetic selection tools.

Recent publications highlight her contributions to bovine and ovine genomics, with a focus on disease susceptibility, immune response, and reproductive efficiency. Articles span high-impact journals in veterinary science, animal genetics, and genomics.

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Labs and teams: Her laboratory investigates genetic components of animal health and production traits, leveraging global cattle and sheep populations for genome-wide studies.