Project Type: Post-doctoral fellowship
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Bioconversion of whey permeate to 2,3-butanediol at bioreactor scale
Bioconversion of whey permeate (WP) to value-added compounds and materials is a key prerequisite to eliminating the burden of this waste stream on the dairy industry, and in turn, safeguarding…
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Nutritional strategies to reduce early pregnancy loss in dairy cattle
The Dairy Task Force 2.0 recommended creating the Dairy Innovation Hub (recommendation #2) to address an urgent need for research and innovation to maintain a sustainable competitive advantage of Wisconsin…
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Unlocking the potential of whey: Sustainable production of low-calorie tagatose and prebiotics for value creation and reducing environmental impact
The dairy industry produces approximately 190 million tons of whey per year as a byproduct, often causing environmental concerns due to improper disposal. The lactose in whey is a valuable…
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Next generation yogurt with dairy probiotic complexes
Probiotics are commonly used as a prophylactic treatment of various gut disorders. However, gastrointestinal survival of probiotics is highly variable among individuals. Approaches to boost and optimize intestinal survival are…
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Assessing changes in the fecal microbiomes of neonatal dairy calves to enhance animal health
Diarrhea is one of the primary causes of mortality in neonatal dairy calves and results in financial losses to dairy farmers. Factors associated with birth seasons such as temperature, crowding…
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Assessing the impact of states and national climate policies and food behavioral changes on the US dairy industry
Wisconsin is the second-largest dairy producer in the US, but the industry is facing challenges, including climate change and changes in dietary patterns. US climate policies, including carbon pricing, are…
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Effects of in utero choline exposure on growth, feed efficiency, and carcass quality in Angus x Holstein cattle
Research suggests that Rumen protected choline (RPC) may positively affect offspring growth, health, and well-being. RPC is typically fed to gestating dairy cows for three weeks prepartum. In utero choline…
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Understanding Hepatic Carbon Metabolism During the Transition to Lactation
White and her post-doc France are investigating hepatic carbon flux during the transition to lactation, a critical period for health and productivity, and the onset of metabolic disorders. This project…
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Exploring factors that contribute to nutrient use for feed efficiency
White and her postdoc Arshad are exploring the factors that contribute to the nutrient use for feed efficiency. The ultimate goal is to understand nutrient use efficiency at cellular and…
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Improving pest management to expand adoption of intercropping alfalfa and corn for Wisconsin dairies
Establishing alfalfa by interseeding into a high-yielding corn silage companion crop can increase yields and profitability of forage production on dairy farms. Additionally, this practice reduces the risk of nutrient…
