M. Bernau

Professor M. Bernau is a faculty member at Nürtingen-Geislingen University of Applied Sciences (HfWU), where he conducts research in animal science with a particular focus on veterinary medicine and agricultural applications. His work spans multiple areas of livestock production, with significant contributions to swine and goat husbandry research.

Prof. Bernau's research interests center around the application of advanced imaging technologies, particularly magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to solve practical problems in animal husbandry. His work addresses critical issues in animal welfare, including vaccination safety, body composition analysis, and behavioral studies in farm animals. He has developed innovative methodologies using MRI to assess claw health in pigs, lying behavior in goats, and boar taint in intact male pigs.

Analysis of Prof. Bernau's publication record reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on improving animal welfare through technological innovation. His work demonstrates expertise in applying MRI technology to assess vaccine reactions, body composition, and skeletal development across various livestock species. The publications show increasing collaboration with international researchers and a growing emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches to animal science problems. His research has practical applications in farming systems, particularly regarding feeding station design for horned goats and welfare assessment in pig production.

Prof. Bernau has published extensively in high-impact journals including Animals, Veterinary Record, and Molecular Metabolism. His work appears in both German and English publications, reflecting his engagement with both national and international scientific communities. He regularly presents at major conferences such as the World Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production and the International Congress on the Breeding of Sheep and Goats.