Pamela Ruegg

Pamela Ruegg is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University (MSU), holding the David J. Ellis Chair in Antimicrobial Resistance. She previously served as Chair of the Department of Animal Science (2017–present) and held roles at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Atlantic Veterinary College. Her expertise spans epidemiology applied to animal health and milk quality, with a focus on bridging research to practical dairy farm applications.

Ruegg’s research emphasizes antimicrobial resistance, mastitis management, and bovine microbiome studies. She leads a USDA-funded project investigating how dairy cattle microbiomes influence antibiotic resistance. Over 130 peer-reviewed publications and numerous awards highlight her impactful work. Her outreach includes extension programs like the Quality Milk Alliance and bilingual videos reducing antibiotic-resistant bacteria spread.

Key contributions include optimizing mastitis treatment economics, evaluating antimicrobial stewardship practices, and advancing diagnostics through MALDI-TOF technology. Ruegg collaborates widely, addressing One Health challenges in dairy systems. Her grants and industry partnerships underscore her role in translating science into actionable strategies for dairy farms.