معرفی
Ninja Karikoski is a Senior Clinical Instructor at the University of Helsinki within the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, specifically the Department of Equine and Small Animal Medicine. With a focus on Equine Endocrinology, Karikoski's research explores insulin dysregulation, metabolic disorders, and pharmacological interventions in horses.
- Key Research Areas: Equine Endocrinology, Clinical Pharmacology, Comparative Genetics, Animal Physiology, Equine Internal Medicine
Karikoski's recent publications analyze the effects of alpha-2 adrenergic agents on equine metabolism, genetic loci linked to insulin dysregulation and insect bite hypersensitivity, and bedding material impacts on respiratory health. Collaborations span institutions like Eläinlääketieteen tutkimuksen tukisäätiö and Suomen Hippos ry.
- Supervision: Directed doctoral theses on equine diabetes (Justin Box), equine ophthalmology (Katri Kosunen), and hoof pathology (Paula Jaakkola).
Projects under Karikoski’s leadership include genetic studies of Finnhorses and metabolic health initiatives. Teaching activities emphasize clinical veterinary pedagogy and diagnostic methods.
