Mandi de Mestre

Dr. Mandi de Mestre is a Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine. As Director of the Baker Institute for Animal Health and holder of the Dorothy Havemeyer McConville Professorship of Equine Medicine, her research focuses on equine pregnancy biology, placental development, and fetal health.

• Director, Baker Institute for Animal Health
• Dorothy Havemeyer McConville Professor of Equine Medicine
• Affiliated with Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine

Her laboratory investigates:

• Molecular mechanisms of placental development
• Genetic causes of early pregnancy loss
• Congenital musculoskeletal disorders in Thoroughbreds
• Non-invasive diagnostics for fetal health
• Comparative studies linking equine and human pregnancy pathologies

Recent research trends show strong emphasis on genomic stability, immune interactions during implantation, and epidemiological factors affecting equine pregnancies. Collaborations with institutions like the University of Nottingham and Royal Veterinary College UK highlight her interdisciplinary approach.

The Equine Pregnancy Laboratory employs molecular biology, immunology, and genetics to address critical gaps in placental biology, with implications for both veterinary and human medicine.