College of Veterinary Medicine
Twin Cities
This research focuses on the application of genomic resources for collaborative functional investigations in muscle physiology, immunology, and toxicology. The lab uses a comprehensive approach to investigate turkey muscle development and function as it relates to meat quality in the context of climate change. They also apply RNA-seq and small RNA sequencing to better understand the metabolic and immunological responses of turkey to probiotic and aflatoxin exposure. These studies are aimed at improving gut health and at mitigating the effects of mycotoxin contaminants in feed. Finally, the researchers continue to be involved in efforts to improve the genomic resources for poultry and understanding of the turkey major histocompatibility complex.
Research by this group was featured on the MSI website in:
- May 2023: Improving Poultry Growth Under Thermal Stress
- November 2019: Substituting Probiotics for Antibiotics in Poultry