UConn Animal Science

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The UConn Department of Animal Science invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Animal Science at the Storrs Campus with an anticipated start date of Fall 2025. Learn more: s.uconn.edu/ansc-498746 @UConnCAHNR

Horsebarn Hill Happenings this weekend. We hope to see you there! 🏞️

Alana Wolfson is spending her summer in the lab studying the impact of under- and over-nutrition on ewes and their offspring. today.uconn.edu/2024/07/mitoch… @UConnANSC

Horse owners: Keep your equine friends safe from mosquito diseases. The first case of EEE was found in Connecticut. Our fact sheet offers tips: s.uconn.edu/mosquitoes. @UConnCAHNR @UConnANSC

Dennis D’Amico, associate professor in the Department of Animal Science, gives input on raw milk consumption saying, "most claims from raw milk proponents have not been proven scientifically or are 'not really true.'" @UConnANSC tampabay.com/news/health/20…

Learn what goes on behind the scenes at this iconic UConn locale that is beloved by students, alumni, and the community today.uconn.edu/2024/07/home-o… @UConnANSC

Happy National Cow Appreciation Day! We're so grateful for each and every cow in @UConnCAHNR that calls Storrs home – they play a critical role in our excellence in research, teaching, and @UConnDairyBar ice cream🍦

#ICYMI Researchers from @UConnANSC and @UConn_Nutrition explore the current state of sustainable food systems phys.org/news/2024-06-g…

Just another day at the 'office' 🐄💼 #uconnanimalscience #uconncahnr #uconn #lifeonthehill #thisisanimalscience

A new patented method developed by @UConnANSC researcher Mary Anne Amalaradjou improves outcomes without antibiotics, which are increasingly banned due to the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria – a threat to human and animal health. today.uconn.edu/2024/06/patent…

A recently published paper from @uconnnutrition and @uconnansc highlights the current state of sustainable food production research, from food nanotechnology to plant-based options and urban agriculture today.uconn.edu/2024/06/greeni…

Training for the Moo-lympics! 🐮🥇 #uconnanimalscience #uconncahnr #uconn #lifeonthehill #thisisanimalscience

While cases have not been detected in Connecticut yet, Dr. Dennis D'Amico answers common questions about the safety of milk products. Read the full Q&A here: today.uconn.edu/2024/06/bird-f…

Whether it’s to make cheese, ice cream, or beer, Dennis D’Amico’s unique approach to the science of food keeps his passion brewing brnw.ch/21wKjyn brnw.ch/21wKjyn @uconnansc

Dr. Elias Uddin, Assistant Professor of Animal Nutrition, discusses the significance of nitrate additives and their impact on the carbon footprint of dairy farms. Dr. Uddin explains the method and importance of life cycle analysis. @uconnansc brnw.ch/21wKdK4

Youth may not aspire to careers that they can't visualize or fully comprehend. A new biotech game created by UConn Extension, with @NMSUProductions, allows youth to imagine and explore career opportunities in a biotechnology lab: 4hbiotechgames.org. @USDA_NIFA @AgIsAmerica

Mary Anne Amalaradjou, associate professor of food microbiology in the Department of Animal Science, explores the role of probiotics in enhancing poultry production and food safety. brnw.ch/21wJrcX @uconnansc

Learn more about the cows behind the delicious ice cream at the Dairy Bar and how extensive faculty- and student-led research on them is contributing to more sustainable food practices! brnw.ch/21wJvrV @UConnANSC

Can't get enough Commencement? Check out some photos from the big day. 📸 @UConnAHS @UConnANSC @UConnNRE @UConn_Nutrition brnw.ch/21wJEnw

Congratulations to Dr. Steve Zinn who has received the Distinguished Provost’s Outstanding Service Award. This honor is given to select faculty whose works has helped shape an academic community that thrives on engagement and excellence. brnw.ch/21wK4Fs @uconnansc