Zamira Gibb

Dr. Zamira Gibb is an Associate Professor and ARC Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle, affiliated with the School of Environmental and Life Sciences. Her work bridges equine reproductive physiology and applied biotechnology, focusing on enhancing fertility outcomes in horses and other livestock through molecular-level interventions.

• Key collaborations: Harness Racing Australia, Hunter Valley Equine Research Centre, and international veterinary specialists
• Research themes: Oxidative stress in sperm, NAD+ supplementation, proteomic profiling, and environmental impacts on fertility

Her research integrates proteomics, lipidomics, and antioxidant pathways to address fertility challenges in thoroughbred and standardbred racehorses. Recent work explores coal dust's epigenetic effects on germ lines and innovations in oyster aquaculture.

Scientific contributions include developing novel sperm storage protocols and immunocontraceptive strategies for feral horses. With a team of researchers and students, she advances both livestock reproductive technologies and ecosystem management solutions.