Lara van Veen

Lara van Veen is a researcher and PhD candidate affiliated with Wageningen University & Research's Adaptation Physiology Group. She holds a Bachelor's (2017) and Master's (2020) in Biology and Animal Sciences from Wageningen University & Research. Her research focuses on improving animal welfare and health in intensive poultry farming systems through precision livestock farming (PLF) technologies. She collaborates with Vencomatic Group to develop integrative monitoring tools using sensors and machine learning to detect early indicators of stress and disease in laying hens. These tools aim to optimize farm management, enhance productivity, and ensure economic stability for farmers.

Her work bridges sensor technology, data analytics, and poultry husbandry, addressing challenges posed by cage-free housing systems. The project emphasizes real-time monitoring of olfactory, auditory, visual, and environmental data to predict welfare and health issues. Lara’s research combines controlled experiments with commercial farm trials, advancing sustainable poultry production practices.

Lara is supervised by Dr. Henry van den Brand and Dr. Anne van den Oever. No specific grants, awards, or student advisement roles are mentioned in the provided text. She is part of the Adaptation Physiology Group, contributing to interdisciplinary efforts in animal science and agricultural innovation.