Alice de Boyer des Roches is a Teacher-researcher at VetAgro Sup's Veterinary Campus, affiliated with the Teaching Department of Livestock and Veterinary Public Health and the Research Unit UMR Herbivores. She serves as a key member of the Animal Welfare Chair, driving the development and dissemination of educational resources on animal welfare across French academic and agricultural institutions. Her research centers on Animal Welfare , Animal Behavior , and Pain Assessment in livestock, employing multiparametric methodologies to evaluate emotional states and physiological responses. She investigates critical issues including mastitis impacts in dairy cows, pain management during castration and disbudding procedures, and the influence of housing systems on behavioral welfare indicators, with strong emphasis on translational applications for farm management. Analysis of her publication record (2008-2019) reveals sustained focus on dairy cow welfare challenges, particularly disease-related behavioral changes and housing system evaluations, alongside innovative pain assessment studies in sheep and calves. Her work consistently bridges ethological observation with veterinary science to establish evidence-based welfare metrics. Within institutional frameworks, de Boyer des Roches actively shapes national discourse through her membership in the European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine and the SN-GTV Animal Welfare Commission. Her leadership in the Animal Welfare Chair facilitates knowledge transfer via continuing education programs, MOOC development, and collaborative projects with INRA, ENSV, and the University of Lorraine.
Kelly Vierck is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of Arkansas, affiliated with the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Meat Science from Texas Tech University, an M.S. in Meat Science from Kansas State University, and a B.S. in Food Science from Oklahoma State University. Her research focuses on meat quality, beef flavor development, cooking methodologies, and the impact of packaging and aging techniques on product characteristics. Key areas include carcass quality assessment, sensory evaluation of meat products, and optimizing beef production systems through feedlot finishing methods and microbial processes. Publications highlight her work on dry-aging mechanisms, sous-vide safety, and the effects of packaging on beef tenderness. Research emphasizes practical applications for the meat industry, including flavor enhancement strategies, microbial risk mitigation, and improving consumer acceptance through texture and color retention. Her contributions address both technical and sensory aspects of meat science, bridging laboratory findings with real-world agricultural practices.
Jingyue (Ellie) Duan is an Assistant Professor of Functional Genomics in the Department of Animal Science at Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Her research integrates genomics and computational approaches to study epigenetic regulation in animal health, fertility, and developmental biology. Bachelor of Science in Biology and Life Science, Sichuan University, China (2014) Doctorate in Animal Epigenetics, University of Connecticut (2018) Postdoctoral Research in Genetics and Genomics, Brown University (2021) Her research program focuses on: Molecular mechanisms of X chromosome dosage compensation across species Epigenetic dynamics during embryonic reprogramming Environmental influences (e.g., heat stress) on gene expression and animal health Comparative epigenetics in livestock and model organisms Transcriptional regulation via pioneer factors like CLAMP Maternal nutritional impacts on genomic imprinting The 15 most recent publications reveal trends in animal epigenetics with emphasis on X chromosome regulation , heat stress response , and embryonic developmental mechanisms . These works span functional genomics , transcriptomic analysis , and comparative aging studies . Scientific recognition includes: Schwartz Research Award (2025) Faculty Successful Program Fellowship (2023) Affinito-Stewart Grant Award (2022) She teaches graduate and undergraduate courses including Animal Genomics and Epigenomics (ANSC 4310/5310) and multiple thesis research courses. Her lab (Duan Functional Genomics Lab) emphasizes collaborative research, data integrity, and cross-disciplinary training in bioinformatics , NGS data analysis , and epigenetic mechanisms .
Ivan Širić is an Associate Professor at the Department of Animal Science and Technology, Division for Animal Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb. Employed since 2011, he progressed from Junior Researcher (2011-2016) to Assistant Professor (2016-present) and currently holds the rank of Associate Professor (2021-present). His office is located in Building II, Room 054, with consultations held Wednesdays 10-12 hours. His academic qualifications include: Doctoral dissertation (2011-2014) at University of Zagreb Faculty of Agriculture on "Heavy metals in edible saprophitic and ectomycorrhizal mushrooms in northern and coastal Croatia" Graduate thesis (2004-2009) at University of Zagreb Faculty of Agriculture Širić's research centers on mushrooms as bioindicators of environmental pollution, with emphasis on heavy metal and radioactive contamination in wild edible fungi. He investigates saprotrophic and mycorrhizal mushroom cultivation, medicinal properties of mushrooms, and food safety implications. His work bridges environmental toxicology, mycology, and food science, focusing on Croatian ecosystems and post-Chernobyl radioactivity impacts. Analysis of his 2016-2018 publications reveals consistent focus on heavy metal bioaccumulation (lead, cadmium, mercury) and cesium-137 in mushrooms, addressing environmental pollution and food safety. While predominantly mycology-focused, one 2017 publication explores statistical modeling of goat growth, indicating secondary interest in animal science. He has coordinated multiple significant projects including: Genomic characterization of Croatian sheep breeds (Croatian Science Foundation, 2020-2023) Radioactivity measurement for waste disposal site assessment (2020-2022) University-funded initiatives on animal genetics (2014-2017) and mushroom cultivation technology (2021-2022) Širić leads the "Mushroom group" extracurricular activities at the Faculty and serves on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Environmental Monitoring and Analysis. He is an active member of the Mushroom Society Kamilo Blagaić and participates in university governance through the Biotechnical Council and Study Council for doctoral programs.
Tomas Norton is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Department of Biosystems at KU Leuven. He is actively affiliated with multiple research units including the Division of Bio-Environmental Control, the KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI), and the KU Leuven Institute for Integration of Micro- and Nano-scale Technologies (LIMNI). His work is centered at the Animal and Human (A2H) research unit located at Castle Park Arenberg. Dr. Norton's research focuses on precision livestock farming with particular expertise in computer vision, machine learning, and sensor technologies applied to animal monitoring. His current projects span sustainable agriculture, animal vocalization analysis, and bio-response monitoring systems across multiple species including poultry, pigs, and buffalo. He serves as promotor on numerous research initiatives funded through 2028-2029 that address critical challenges in sustainable food production while improving animal welfare. His recent publications demonstrate a strong trend toward AI-driven solutions for animal monitoring, with particular emphasis on behavior recognition, health assessment through sound analysis, and robotic management systems. These works appear primarily in agricultural technology journals with a focus on practical implementation of advanced computational methods in farming contexts. As an academic leader, Dr. Norton serves on the Faculty Council of Bioscience Engineering, the Doctoral Committee for Bioscience Engineering, and the Departmental Council for Biosystems. He teaches courses including Modelling of Biosystems, Bioresponse Measurements and Process Control, and Sustainable Precision Livestock Farming, integrating his research expertise directly into his educational practice. His laboratory work within the A2H unit represents a multidisciplinary approach that bridges engineering, computer science, and animal science to develop practical technological solutions for modern agricultural challenges, with particular emphasis on sustainability and welfare improvements in livestock production systems.
Dr. Eva Crook is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney's Faculty of Medicine and Health, within the Medical Sciences Administration. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary biomedical research, particularly in 3D bioprinting, stem cell biology, and regenerative nanomedicine. She collaborates extensively with colleagues on projects involving neural tissue engineering, organoid development, and biomaterial applications for clinical therapies. Her research interests emphasize the development of functional 3D tissues using bioprinting techniques, electrical stimulation of stem cells for directed differentiation, and the ethical implications of organoid research. She also explores tissue regeneration strategies for bone, cartilage, and corneal defects, leveraging hydrogels and scaffold-free constructs. Recent publications highlight advancements in glioma modeling, corneal epithelial engineering, and the use of periosteum in bone regeneration. Her conference contributions include studies on 3D printed medical devices in radiotherapy. While no formal academic awards are listed, her extensive publication record underscores her significant contributions to biomaterials and stem cell research. Collaborations with groups like those led by Professors Wallace and Clark indicate involvement in cutting-edge biomedical engineering initiatives.
Dr. Funda Aksünger Karaavci is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Basic Sciences in Bingöl University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. She holds a PhD from Fırat University's Anatomy Department (2016-2022) and previously worked as a clinician veterinarian at Ayhanlar Veterinary Clinic in Elazığ (2013-2016). Her research focuses on veterinary anatomy with an emphasis on 3D modeling techniques, morphometric analysis of animal skeletons, and comparative anatomy studies involving domestic and wild species. Educational Background: Bachelor's Degree: Dicle University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (2007-2012) Doctorate: Fırat University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Anatomy Department (2016-2022) Research Interests: Her work explores anatomical structures through innovative methods like CT-based 3D modeling, geometric morphometrics, and comparative studies across species such as brown bears, red foxes, and domestic livestock. She also investigates biomedical applications like epidural fibrosis prevention using biomaterials. Recent projects include developing 3D anatomical materials for veterinary education and studying vascular anatomy in small mammals using Veinviewer technology. Grants & Projects: "Rat and Rabbit Limb Superficial Vein Tracking with Latex and Veinviewer System Comparison" (TÜBİTAK 1002 Fast Support Program, 2021) "Investigating the Contribution of 3D Anatomical Materials to Learning in Veterinary Anatomy Education" (Ongoing since March 2022) Labs/Teams: Active member of the Veterinary Anatomy Department's research group focusing on anatomical education innovation and wildlife morphology studies. Collaborates with Harran University's Veterinary Faculty on anatomical research projects.
Marlene Barros is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Dental Medicine (FMD), Portuguese Catholic University (UCP), where she also serves as Director since 2020. She is the Director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Research in Health (CIIS), recognized as 'Very Good' by FCT, and leads the SalivaTec laboratory focused on saliva-based diagnostics. She has a strong academic background in biochemistry and biology, with leadership roles in education and research. Her educational qualifications include: PhD in Biochemistry (specialty: Enzymology and Protein Chemistry), University of Coimbra (1995) Agregação in Biology, University of Aveiro (2007) Marlene Barros' research is centered on protein chemistry and molecular mechanisms of disease, with a focus on identifying biomarkers for diagnosis and therapeutic targeting. Her work spans proteomics, bioinformatics, oral biology, and microbiome analysis. She has coordinated academic programs such as the Master in Molecular Microbiology and the Degree in Biomedical Sciences. Her recent research articles reflect a strong trend in salivary proteomics, oral microbiome interactions, human-viral interactomics, and the development of bioinformatics databases (e.g., OralOme, OvisOme, CanisOme). These works emphasize translational applications in precision medicine, diagnostics, and functional food science. She has received the following scientific award: Prémio Melhor Poster SciComPT 2019 She has supervised numerous academic projects and is actively involved in national and international research collaborations. She has led or participated in significant funded projects such as SPRINT, OralTherm, RedSup4Health, and OeHMP, supported by Portugal2020 and Fundación 'la Caixa'. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in health and education. She is a key member of the SalivaTec laboratory and contributes to interdisciplinary teams in projects involving digital health, oral microbiome, and functional foods. Her leadership extends to pedagogical innovation and community-based learning in dental education.
Professor Janna Morrison is a Professor of Physiology at the University of South Australia within the Clinical & Health Sciences school. She is based at the City West Campus (HB5-28) and serves as a Research Degree Supervisor. Her research primarily focuses on fetal physiology and developmental origins of health and disease, with particular emphasis on placental function, cardiovascular development, and respiratory systems in animal models. Dr. Morrison's research interests span fetal physiology, placental development, developmental origins of health and disease, cardiovascular development, respiratory development, and pregnancy complications. Her work frequently utilizes sheep models to investigate how maternal conditions affect fetal development and how these developmental changes may program health outcomes later in life. She has made significant contributions to understanding intrauterine growth restriction, fetal cardiac development, and the pulmonary surfactant system. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on using advanced imaging techniques like MRI to assess maternal-fetal physiology, investigating sex-specific responses to developmental challenges, and exploring interventions that might mitigate adverse programming effects. Her research bridges basic science with potential clinical applications in perinatal medicine. Professor Morrison has received funding from major Australian research councils including ARC and NHMRC grants (DP190102263, DP220103289, 511340). She leads the Early Origins of Adult Health Research Group within the Health and Biomedical Innovation division at UniSA. Her laboratory work frequently involves collaborations with the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) and utilizes sophisticated techniques including cardiac MRI feature tracking, redox monitoring systems, and molecular analysis of tissue samples from animal models.
Ruben Gimenez Garcia is a researcher at the University of Murcia specializing in territorial dynamics and urban geography, affiliated with the COLUMNARIA research group focused on History and Territorial Dynamics of the Iberian Worlds. He completed his PhD in 2022 with a thesis on spatial diffusion of urbanized areas in Murcia's urban agglomeration under supervisors Dr. Ramón García Marín and Dr. José María Serrano Martínez. His research portfolio centers on territorial transformations in southeastern Spain, with three core thematic pillars: (1) urban sprawl dynamics evidenced in longitudinal studies of Murcia's metropolitan expansion (1990-2018); (2) rural depopulation processes examining service accessibility thresholds in regions like Sierra del Segura; and (3) sustainable territorial development through pilgrimage tourism innovation and agropastoral systems. His methodological approach integrates spatial analysis with socio-demographic fieldwork, frequently employing GIS for land cover change detection. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications (2024-2025) reveals a pronounced focus on spatial manifestations of demographic crises - particularly how basic service deficiencies accelerate rural exodus in Spain's southeast quadrant. His work demonstrates increasing interdisciplinary convergence, blending geographical analysis with tourism studies (evident in Caravaca de la Cruz pilgrimage route development) and agricultural economics (Los Pedroches livestock sustainability). Notably, he extends traditional geographical inquiry through cinematic landscape analysis of the Andes and pandemic-era demographic studies. Ruben maintains active collaboration within the University of Murcia's research ecosystem, having previously contributed to the Dinámicas Territoriales group before joining COLUMNARIA. His email contact ruben.gimenez@um.es confirms institutional affiliation, though specific departmental placement remains unreported in available materials.
Patricia Anthony serves as Associate Professor at Lincoln University's School of Landscape Architecture in New Zealand, where she holds an ORCID identifier 0000-0002-4991-3340. Her academic appointments include Faculty Postgraduate Chair for the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design (2021-2024) and current affiliation with the Centre for Geospatial and Computing Technologies (2025-present). Previously, she served as Head of Department (2016-2017), Department Postgraduate Coordinator (2014-2016), and SHIFT Coordinator (2017-2020). Her educational background comprises a Ph.D. from the University of Southampton, United Kingdom; an M.Sc. from Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom; and a BSc (High Honors) from the State University of New York, United States. She is proficient in Malay language, with reading, writing, and speaking capabilities. Dr. Anthony's research centers on agent and multi-agent systems, utilizing artificial intelligence techniques including machine learning, evolutionary computation, and text processing as decision-making strategies for agents. She is recognized as a leading researcher applying intelligent agents across diverse domains such as online auctions, agriculture, education, and social media analysis. Her specialized work in sentiment analysis and emotion identification enables agents to detect emotional states in textual communications, with recent applications in earthquake tweet analysis. Her publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output with over 130 publications, showing particular strength in applying multi-agent systems to practical challenges. Recent work reveals three major research streams: trust and reputation management in IoT environments (accounting for approximately 30% of recent publications), agricultural technology applications including mastitis detection and water resource management (approximately 40%), and social media analysis focusing on elderly technology adoption and cyber aggression classification (approximately 30%). Adjunct Professor, Hubei University of Technology, Wuhan, China Program Committee/Senior Program Committee member for Pacific Rim International Conferences on Artificial Intelligence (PRICAI) 2016, 2018, 2019 Co-chair for International Carnahan Conference on Security Technology (ICCST) 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020 Member of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Reviewer for Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, Malaysian Journal of Computer Science, and Adaptive Behaviour Dr. Anthony has supervised numerous postgraduate students across multiple research areas related to multi-agent systems, with completed projects spanning cyber aggression classification, agricultural technology, IoT security, and elderly technology adoption. She serves as an examiner for advanced computing courses including Advanced Database (COMP643), Advanced Programming (COMP642), and Studio Project (COMP639), demonstrating her integration within the university's computing curriculum despite her Landscape Architecture appointment. Her research aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), reflecting her commitment to applying computational techniques to address real-world challenges in urban and community contexts. She actively collaborates across disciplines through the Centre for Geospatial and Computing Technologies, bridging computational methods with landscape architecture applications.
Caroline Jacobson is Professor of Biochemistry and Nutrition and Head of the School of Agricultural Science at Murdoch University. With a background in veterinary science and livestock research, she leads initiatives to translate scientific innovation into practical farming solutions. Her research focuses on livestock disease impacts, production sustainability, and zoonotic disease control. Key research domains include gastrointestinal parasitology in ruminants and equines, reproductive disorders in sheep, antimicrobial resistance in livestock pathogens, and novel diagnostic development. Her work employs advanced molecular techniques and epidemiological approaches to address industry challenges. Recent publications demonstrate strong focus on parasitic disease management in horses, reproductive wastage in sheep flocks, and development of evidence-based guidelines for livestock health. Research frequently involves multi-institutional collaborations and direct industry engagement.
Professor Jenny Morton is a leading neurobiologist at the University of Cambridge , Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience. Her research focuses on Huntington's disease using sheep and mouse models , investigating neurodegeneration , circadian rhythm disruption , and cognitive impairments . She serves as Director of Studies in Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at Newnham College. Professor of Neurobiology (Cambridge, 2018) Director of Studies, Newnham College Her lab develops translational animal models to study disease progression through neurophysiological recordings , EEG analysis , and magnetic resonance imaging . Recent work includes executive function assessment in sheep and pharmacological interventions for neurodegenerative symptoms. Key publications reveal trends in sleep disorder research , neural oscillation abnormalities , and environmental enrichment effects on Huntington's disease progression. The lab maintains a Cambridge MRI database for animal models and explores biomarker development through metabolic profiling.
Professor Dino Giussani is affiliated with the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge , under the School of Biological Sciences . His research focuses on the long-term cardiovascular consequences of adverse pregnancy conditions. Expertise in cardiovascular phenotyping across species (sheep, rats, mice, chicken embryos) Combines in vivo surgical techniques, echocardiography, and in vitro organ/cellular studies Key themes: developmental origins of health, metabolic disorders, and translational physiology Contact: dag26@cam.ac.uk
Rusty Stott serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal, Dairy, and Veterinary Sciences at Utah State University's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences. His teaching portfolio includes core courses in animal handling, large animal theriogenology, and veterinary parasitology, reflecting his expertise in clinical veterinary education and livestock reproduction. His educational background comprises a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Kansas State University (2001), a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science with Pre-Veterinary emphasis from Brigham Young University (1997), and board certification in Theriogenology from the American College of Theriogenologists (2024). He maintains active licensure as a Utah veterinarian and controlled substance provider since 2005. Dr. Stott's research centers on assisted reproductive technologies, particularly somatic cell nuclear transfer in cattle, sheep, and goats, with significant contributions to embryo development, cloning efficiency, and transgenic animal models. His work extends to applied areas including dairy nutrition, parasite management, and orthopedic biomechanics in ruminants, demonstrating translational impact across veterinary medicine and animal production systems. His publication record shows consistent output in high-impact journals like Theriogenology and Reproduction, Fertility and Development , with recent emphasis on cytokine-mediated embryo development (2023-2024) and long-term collaborations in transgenic livestock models. The research portfolio bridges fundamental reproductive biology with practical agricultural applications. He has received exceptional recognition for teaching excellence, including ten major awards such as CAAS Faculty Mentor of the Year (2019), multiple WIMU Regional Program Teaching Awards (2015-2018), and repeated honors as Undergraduate Faculty Advisor of the Year (2010, 2014). As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Stott has guided numerous undergraduate students in animal science, evidenced by his departmental and college-level advising awards. His extension work as a Clinical Veterinarian supports ongoing practical applications of his research. Collaborative projects with Dr. Irina Polejaeva's laboratory and the WIMU Veterinary Program highlight his integration within regional research networks focused on advancing veterinary education and biotechnology.
