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Dr. Stephanie Hansen is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University, leading the Hansen Ruminant Nutrition Lab. Her research focuses on trace mineral nutrition, growth promoting technologies, and beef cattle health. She advises students pursuing degrees in Animal Science, Nutritional Sciences, or Toxicology.
Education: B.S. (Animal Science) from Iowa State University (2002), M.S. (Animal Science) from North Carolina State University (2005), and Ph.D. (Nutrition) from North Carolina State University (2008).
Research emphasizes zinc, copper, and manganese metabolism in beef cattle, with studies on transit stress, immune response modulation, and mineral supplementation strategies. Her work bridges nutritional science with practical applications in livestock production.
Recent articles highlight advancements in understanding mineral interactions with anabolic implants, transit stress mitigation, and AI integration in animal science education.
Students in her lab include Amy McLaughlin, Dathan Smerchek, Jacob Henderson, Emma Rients, and Brock Ortner. The lab collaborates on projects funded by industry and agricultural grants, focusing on improving beef cattle health and sustainable production practices.
Notable contributions include optimizing trace mineral requirements for feedlot cattle and developing strategies to enhance immune resilience under stress conditions.
