Sunday Peters

Sunday Peters is a Professor and Department Chair of Animal Science at Berry College. His expertise spans quantitative genetics, genomics, and international agricultural development. He holds a B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Agriculture, Nigeria, and an additional Ph.D. from New Mexico State University.

**Education:**

• B.S. in Agriculture, University of Agriculture, Nigeria
• M.S. in Agriculture, University of Agriculture, Nigeria
• Ph.D. in Animal Science, University of Agriculture, Nigeria
• Ph.D. in Animal Science, New Mexico State University

**Research Interests:** His work focuses on genomic prediction, statistical genetics, and omics technologies applied to livestock improvement. Key areas include:

• Quantitative genetics of growth, carcass, and reproduction traits
• Genomics and nutrigenomics in domestic animals
• Adaptation genomics in tropical livestock systems
• Development of disease-resistant and climate-resilient breeds

His recent studies emphasize genomic selection in crossbred cattle, transcriptomic responses to pathogens, and omics-driven breeding strategies.

**Scholarly Contributions:** Over 50 peer-reviewed articles highlight trends in genomic prediction accuracy, omics integration, and livestock adaptation. Notable themes include improving dairy cattle fatty acid profiles, enhancing poultry resistance to Newcastle disease, and optimizing smallholder poultry systems in Nigeria.

**Advising & Grants:** While specific grants or student advisees are not listed, his research reflects collaborative projects with international partners in livestock genetics and development. He leads Berry College’s Animal Science department, emphasizing hands-on training in genetics and sustainable agriculture.

**Labs/Teams:** Research activities are conducted through Berry College’s Animal Science facilities, focusing on genomic analysis, metabolomics, and poultry health studies. Collaborations include institutions in Nigeria, India, and South Africa.