Ruth Rattigan

Dr Ruth Rattigan is an Assistant Lecturer at the Wexford Campus of the Institute of Technology, Wexford (SETU Waterford). She holds a PhD in Monogastric Nutrition (University College Dublin, 2020) and a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (University College Dublin, 2015). Her research focuses on animal nutrition, microbiology, and gastrointestinal health in pigs, particularly exploring probiotics, dietary supplements, and microbial modulation in post-weaning piglets.

Recent work includes studies on Bacillus altitudinis spores' impact on gut microbiota, safety evaluations of Lactococcus lactis strains, and the effects of dietary protein reduction and zinc oxide supplementation. Ruth has published extensively, with notable contributions to Scientific Reports and Marine Drugs, accumulating 142 citations and an h-index of 7.

Her research collaborations span topics like colostrum composition, intestinal health, and marine-derived supplements. While no specific awards are listed, her work demonstrates significant academic impact in animal science and microbiology.