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James Natia Adamمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Governance and land resource management
• Property rights regimes
• Land use planning policy
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Dr. James Natia Adam is affiliated with the Institute of Geography at the University of Bern, where he completed his PhD in Urban and Regional Planning & Development (2018–2022). His research focuses on governance of land resources, property rights regimes, and the interplay between decentralization processes and sustainable land use in Ghana. He emphasizes the roles of traditional and social actors in decision-making, particularly in contexts of agricultural development and food security. Dr. Adam has engaged in numerous technical support projects with international organizations like GIZ and CARE International, addressing climate resilience, gender empowerment, and resource management in Ghana's rural regions. Education: PhD in Urban and Regional Planning & Development, University of Bern (2018–2022) MPhil in Peace and Development Studies, University of Cape Coast (2012–2015) MPhil in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, University of Ghana (2010–2012) BA in Integrated Development Studies, University for Development Studies (2004–2008) His work integrates institutional economics and political science to analyze policy impacts on resource sustainability and environmental justice. Notable projects include studies on climate adaptation in Ghana’s agricultural sectors and the role of customary power in land governance. Dr. Adam possesses strong skills in participatory research methodologies and data analysis tools like SPSS and Eviews. Despite no explicit awards mentioned, his contributions to interdisciplinary research on decentralization and land rights have been published in journals such as Land and Sustainability . Advising & Grants: Collaborated on projects funded by German Development Cooperation (GIZ), CARE International, and WaterAid, focusing on climate resilience, gender equity, and sustainable land use. Technical support roles included feasibility studies for agricultural infrastructure and evaluations of decentralized governance structures.

• Livestock Production
• Pasture Management
• Parasite Control in Livestock
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Jefferson McCutcheon is a Courtesy Faculty Associate Professor and Director of Operations at OSU Extension, affiliated with The Ohio State University's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). His work focuses on livestock grazing systems, parasite management in small ruminants, and sustainable agricultural practices. He leads OSU Extension's operational initiatives, emphasizing outreach and education in agricultural communities. Research interests include optimizing grazing strategies for lambs, evaluating pasture management techniques, and enhancing producer profitability through evidence-based practices. His contributions bridge academic research and practical application, particularly in improving livestock health and environmental stewardship. Dr. McCutcheon's publications span topics from weaning strategies and parasite control to the socioeconomic aspects of grass-fed livestock systems. His work highlights the importance of sustainable grazing practices and farmer education in addressing modern agricultural challenges. Awards: None explicitly listed. Advising/Grants: Directs operational strategies within OSU Extension, though formal grants or advisees are not detailed in the provided texts. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CFAES and OSU Extension teams to advance agricultural extension programs and research.

• Veterinary Science
• Animal Health Economics
• Livestock Mortality Analysis
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Christian Schnier is a Senior Research Fellow at Queen's University Belfast's School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences. His research focuses on veterinary science, livestock health economics, and public health epidemiology. He has contributed to over 38 peer-reviewed publications since 2002, with recent work emphasizing livestock mortality analysis in Ethiopia, drug-associated health outcomes, and cattle reproductive performance in Africa. Research Interests: Livestock Sustainability: Analyzing mortality costs and intervention benefits in smallholder farming systems Pharmacological Epidemiology: Investigating drug use correlations with neurological conditions like subarachnoid hemorrhage Agricultural Policy: Evaluating economic impacts of animal health initiatives on small-scale producers Recent Articles Highlight Trends in: Quantitative livestock economics Neurological drug safety African livestock systems analysis His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to poverty reduction and sustainable agriculture.

• Sustainable Animal Production
• Veterinary Clinical Diagnosis
• Animal Health Management
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George Christodoulopoulos is a Professor of Farm Animal Health at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens. He has also held academic positions at the University of Thessaly and the University of the United Arab Emirates. His expertise spans Sustainable Animal Production, Veterinary Clinical Diagnosis, and Parasitology. He completed post-doctoral studies at Cornell University (USA) as a Fulbright Scholar and Massey University (New Zealand) as a visiting researcher. Education: DVM and Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine, University of Thessaloniki (Greece) Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, University of Hohenheim (Germany) RCVS Certificate in Sheep Health and Production (UK) European Colleges of Cattle and Small Ruminant Health Management diplomas Research Focus: Prioritizes ruminant health and production challenges, including clinical diagnosis, parasitic diseases, and antibiotic resistance. His work addresses zoonotic pathogens and sustainable practices in animal agriculture. Publications: Recent works focus on bovine mastitis, PRRSV in pigs, and antibiotic-resistant pathogens, reflecting his commitment to combating antimicrobial resistance and improving animal health management. Awards: Fulbright Scholar (USA) Labs & Affiliations: Based at the Laboratory of Anatomy & Physiology of Farm Animals in Athens, contributing to extension services and infrastructure development in veterinary education.

• Animal Breeding
• Genetics
• Statistical Analysis
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Professor Κομινάκης Αντώνιος is affiliated with the Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens . He holds a BSc in Animal Science from Agricultural University of Athens and a PhD in Animal Breeding from the University of Hohenheim, Germany. His research focuses on genetic parameter estimation in livestock, genetic association studies in human and animal populations, and statistical methods in data analysis. His work spans diverse areas including candidate gene identification in dairy sheep and poultry, GWAS applications, and genetic diversity studies in North Aegean sheep populations. Recent studies explore resilience in small ruminant farming systems and ACE gene polymorphisms related to COVID-19. He also investigates prenatal nutrition effects on rabbit behavior and dietary supplementation impacts on poultry products. Publications highlight contributions to avian genetics, meat science, and animal nutrition, with emphasis on improving livestock production through genomic insights and sustainable practices. He teaches courses in animal breeding and has contributed to extension services through infrastructure development in agricultural research. His work bridges fundamental genetics with applied agriculture, addressing both productivity and animal welfare challenges in livestock systems.

• Farm Animal Diseases
• Animal Health and Welfare
• Veterinary Epidemiology
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Dr. Γελασάκης Αθανάσιος is an Associate Professor of Farm Animal Diseases at the Laboratory of Anatomy and Physiology of Farm Animals, Department of Animal Science, School of Animal Biosciences, Agricultural University of Athens since 2018. He holds a PhD in Animal Management and Health (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2011), MSc in Public Health (National School of Public Health, 2014), and BSc in Veterinary Medicine (Aristotle University, 2005). He is a Diplomate of the European College of Small Ruminant Health Management (ECSRHM). His research focuses on farm animal diseases, health/welfare, nutrition, productivity, and sustainability of livestock systems. Key areas include veterinary epidemiology, biostatistics, diagnostic tools (e.g., infrared thermography), and One Health approaches addressing zoonoses and food safety. He coordinates 10+ research projects and has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles. Education: PhD: Animal Management & Health (A.U.Th., 2011) MSc: Public Health (NSPH, 2014) BSc: Veterinary Medicine (A.U.Th., 2005) Research Themes: Small ruminant lentiviruses (e.g., Maedi-Visna) Mastitis diagnostics Parasitic residue biomonitoring Machine learning in milk analysis Teaching: Microbiology (3680) Animal Production and Public Health (0238) Health of Farm Animals (1690) His recent work emphasizes precision livestock farming tools (e.g., thermal imaging, spectroscopy) for disease detection and sustainable production systems. Over 34 research projects and 150+ conference publications further highlight his contributions to veterinary science and public health.

• Animal Husbandry
• Food Science
• Antioxidants in Animal Products
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Associate Professor Γκολιομύτης Μιχαήλ specializes in Animal Husbandry at the Department of Animal Science, Agricultural University of Athens. He holds a PhD from the same institution (2000) and teaches graduate/postgraduate courses. His research focuses on growth models, natural antioxidants in animal nutrition, and quality of animal products (meat, eggs). He has authored 26 peer-reviewed articles and participated in four EU/Greek-funded research projects. Education: PhD in Animal Science (2000), Agricultural University of Athens. Research interests include oxidative stability in poultry meat/eggs, immune response in broilers, and utilization of natural antioxidants like citrus flavonoids. Recent work explores agro-industrial byproducts in livestock feed and renewable energy integration in farms. Publications trends emphasize antioxidant applications in meat/ dairy products and sustainable farming practices. Key topics include yoghurt acid whey marination, mushroom waste in poultry diets, and renewable energy systems for farms. No scientific awards explicitly mentioned. Advising/grants: Collaborated on EU-funded projects focusing on livestock nutrition and sustainability. Lab affiliation: Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry at AUA. Future work likely involves extending antioxidant research to new animal products and optimizing circular economy approaches in Greek agriculture.

• Animal Nutrition
• Microbiome Research
• Gene Expression
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Dr. Μαυρομμάτης Αλέξανδρος is an Assistant Professor at the Laboratory of Nutritional Physiology & Feeding, Agricultural University of Athens (AUA). He holds a BSc in Agriculture Science (2014) and a PhD in Animal Nutrition (2019) from AUA. His postdoctoral research (2019-2021) focused on microalgae’s effects on goat microbiomes using metagenomics. He has lectured at the Veterinary School of Thessaly and the Department of Agribusiness & Supply Chain Management (AUA), and served as a visiting scholar at the Consorzio Agrario di Parma (2022). Education: BSc (2014) & PhD (2019) in Animal Science from AUA. Research Focus: Feed additives, rumen microbiome modulation (metagenomics/metabolomics), gene expression in immune-oxidative pathways, and microalgae applications. Projects: Participated in EU-funded projects (2019–2022) and led studies on camelina seeds and citrus by-products in livestock diets. His research emphasizes sustainable animal nutrition, valorization of agricultural by-products, and omics-based approaches to improve livestock productivity and health. Recent work highlights the role of probiotics, microalgae, and phytochemicals in modulating rumen microbiota and enhancing antioxidant defenses. Key collaborations include studies with the University of Parma and projects addressing antibiotic resistance in Greek dairy farms. His work bridges fundamental science and applied nutrition, contributing to eco-friendly feed solutions and improved dairy quality.

• Animal Nutrition
• Pasture Management
• Secondary Plant Metabolites
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Πουλοπούλου Ιωάννα is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the Agricultural University of Athens, specializing in forage resources and fodder production. Her research focuses on pasture-based livestock systems, secondary plant metabolites in animal nutrition, and animal welfare in small-scale farming. She holds a BSc from the Agricultural University of Athens, an MSc from the University of Aberdeen, and a PhD from her current institution. Her research interests include evaluating feed additives, improving pasture management, and studying the impact of grazing on livestock product quality. She has conducted significant work on plant metabolites' role in traceability of animal products and anthelmintic potential of plants like Cicerbita alpina. Recent work includes developing welfare assessment tools for dairy cattle and exploring Greek oregano's industrial applications. She teaches courses on nutritional physiology and has published extensively in journals like Journal of Dairy Science and Veterinary Research Communications . Her lab, the Laboratory of Nutritional Physiology & Feeding, focuses on integrating sustainable practices with animal health and environmental stewardship in Mediterranean and mountainous regions.

• Reproductive Biology
• Veterinary Medicine
• Animal Reproduction Technologies (ARTs)
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Pawel M. Bartlewski is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC), University of Guelph. His research focuses on hormonal control of ovarian antral follicle development in ruminants, ultrasonographic imaging of reproductive organs, and advancements in assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs). He also explores nutritional influences on reproductive processes and the application of nanotechnology in gamete cryopreservation. His work bridges veterinary science with human health, developing farm animal models to improve hormonal treatments for women. Current students under his supervision include Madeline Abass, Laila Abdelrazak, Winnie Chen, and others pursuing Master of Biomedical Sciences (MBS) degrees. His lab (OVC 1677/1671B) supports collaborative projects involving endocrinology, imaging, and reproductive biotechnology. Publications highlight innovations in estrus synchronization protocols, mammary gland imaging, and nanowater-based semen preservation. Research trends emphasize integrating imaging technologies with hormonal studies to enhance livestock and companion animal reproduction. No scientific awards are explicitly listed, but his extensive peer-reviewed contributions reflect significant academic recognition. Grant activities are implied through collaborative projects, though specific grants are not detailed. His mentoring extends to summer research students and clinical trials, fostering next-generation veterinary scientists. Lab activities focus on ovarian dynamics, ultrasound applications, and translational research between animal and human health. Teams include international collaborators, evident in co-authorships across North America and South America.

Amarendhra Kumarمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Anatomy
• Neuroendocrinology
• Veterinary Medicine
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Professor Amarendhra Kumar is a distinguished academic at Tufts University School of Medicine, specializing in Medical Education. He holds a B.V.Sc. (DVM), MVSc in Anatomy, MS in Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Neuroendocrinology. His career spans over four decades, with teaching roles at institutions including Ahmadu Bello University (Nigeria), Kansas State University, University of Florida, and Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. He joined Tufts Medical School in 2018 to teach anatomy to DMD, MD, and PA students, integrating comparative anatomy, evolutionary biology, and pathophysiology perspectives. Research interests include neuroendocrine physiology, comparative anatomy (carnivores, equines, ruminants), and textbook authorship. Notable publications include textbooks on canine/carnivore anatomy and ongoing projects on ruminant anatomy. His work bridges veterinary and human clinical anatomy, emphasizing evolutionary and functional adaptations. Professional contributions include editorial roles in Journal of Experimental and Clinical Anatomy and International Journal of Plastination , as well as memberships in the European Association of Veterinary Anatomists and World Association of Veterinary Anatomists. Awards include the Department of Anatomy Endowed Scholarship (2015). Teaching spans anatomy, histology, embryology, and veterinary neurobiology, with courses at Tufts and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. He has pioneered methods like client donation programs for anatomy education and plastination techniques for medical training.

• Animal Nutrition
• Rumen Microbiome
• Metagenomics
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Alexandros Mavrommatis is an Assistant Professor of Animal Nutrition at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), Department of Animal Production Science. He holds a BSc (2014) and PhD (2019) from AUA, followed by postdoctoral research on microalgae’s impact on goat rumen microbiome (2019–2021). He has taught at the University of Thessaly’s Veterinary School and AUA’s Agribusiness Department, and conducted visiting research at the Consorzio Agrario di Parma (2022). His research focuses on applied nutrition experiments with additives/alternative feeds, rumen microbiome analysis via metagenomics, and gene expression in livestock immune-oxidative pathways. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed articles, including studies on Schizochytrium spp. supplementation effects in goats, camelina seeds in ewes’ diets, and carotenoid extracts in broilers. He has participated in EU/Greek-funded projects (2019–2022) and holds affiliations with the Nutrition & Diet Physiology Laboratory . His work emphasizes sustainable animal production, alternative feed utilization, and precision livestock farming technologies. Contact: mavrommatis@aua.gr , Dimakopoulos Building, AUA.

• Animal Science
• Parasitology
• Immunology
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Scott Bowdridge is a Professor in the Department of Animal and Nutritional Sciences at the School of Food and Agriculture , West Virginia University. He serves as the Program Coordinator for Animal and Nutritional Sciences, focusing on improving small ruminant production through immunological and applied agricultural research. Specializes in helminth parasite resistance in sheep breeds Develops crossbreeding systems for parasite-resistant livestock Establishes fecal egg count EBV metrics for Texel sheep His research integrates basic immunology studies with field applications to combat gastrointestinal parasitism in grazing systems. Using St. Croix and Texel sheep as models, he investigates differential immune responses and cellular mechanisms that reduce parasite establishment through collaborative projects across the School of Food and Agriculture. Key publication themes include in vitro immune response modeling , cytokine dynamics , and genetic markers for parasite resistance in small ruminants. His work emphasizes translating laboratory findings into practical breeding and grazing strategies for sustainable livestock management.

• Animal Genetics
• Genomic Selection
• Quantitative Genetics
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Professor Kominakis Antonios holds a faculty position at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), leading the Department of Animal Science within the School of Agricultural Sciences. He earned his BSc in Animal Production from AUA and a PhD in Animal Breeding from the University of Hohenheim, Germany. His research focuses on genetic improvement of farm animals, population genetics, genomic marker analysis, and statistical methodologies in genetic studies. Key interests include optimizing selection programs for livestock and exploring genetic associations in human and animal populations. Education: BSc in Animal Production, Agricultural University of Athens PhD in Animal Breeding, University of Hohenheim, Germany His research interests emphasize genomic selection strategies, quantitative trait loci identification, and sustainable livestock production systems. Recent work includes studies on candidate genes for somatic cell count in dairy sheep and body weight in broilers using GWAS approaches. He has also explored the genetic basis of polled phenotypes in North Aegean sheep populations. Publications highlight interdisciplinary applications, such as integrating mathematical models for farm sustainability, investigating ACE gene polymorphisms related to COVID-19 susceptibility, and analyzing dietary interventions in poultry and dairy systems. His work bridges basic genetic research with applied agricultural challenges. He is affiliated with the Laboratory of Animal Breeding & Husbandry and collaborates with international teams on topics like scrapie in goats and bovine mastitis. No formal awards are mentioned, but his prolific publication record indicates sustained academic impact. He teaches courses on animal breeding and husbandry, contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs at AUA.

Eleni Tsiplakouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Animal Nutrition
• Ruminant Physiology
• Molecular Biology
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Eleni Tsiplakou is a Professor of Animal Nutrition with emphasis on Ruminants at the Agricultural University of Athens (AUA), affiliated with the Laboratory of Nutrition & Diet Physiology, Department of Animal Production Science. She holds a BSc (2005), MSc (2006), and PhD (2008) from AUA, followed by postdoctoral research (2010–2011) and a role as a Scientific Associate at the University of Reading, UK (2009). Her academic career includes roles as Lecturer (2011–2014), Assistant Professor (2014–2019), Associate Professor (2019–2024), and Professor (2024–present). Her research focuses on gas chromatography for fatty acid analysis in ruminants, molecular techniques for RNA/DNA isolation (e.g., RT-PCR), rumen microbiota characterization, and enzyme activity determination. She teaches courses in animal nutrition and has authored over 66 peer-reviewed articles and 104 conference abstracts. Her work spans dietary strategies for ruminant health, nutrigenomics, and sustainable livestock practices. Key projects include EU-funded studies on rumen microbiota modulation, antioxidant effects of dietary supplements (e.g., Spirulina), and valorization of agricultural by-products (e.g., Camelina sativa seeds, spent coffee grounds). She leads teams exploring environmental impacts of livestock practices and innovative feed solutions. Her laboratory, part of the Nutrition & Diet Physiology group, collaborates on national and international projects, emphasizing translational research between animal nutrition and health outcomes. She advises students on topics like functional feed additives and microbial ecology, contributing to both academic and applied research in the field.