Animal Sciences

2022 TK Cheung Lecture in Animal Science Dr. Bill Weiss, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Animal Sciences, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Centre at the Ohio State University "Incorporating variation into diet formulation for dairy cows" Tuesday, March 29, 2022 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM Dr. Bill Weiss, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Animal Sciences, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Centre at the Ohio State University, received his BS and MS degrees from Purdue University and his PhD from Ohio State in dairy nutrition. Throughout his career, his research has focused on forage utilization by dairy cows, relationships between minerals/vitamins and health of dairy cows, diet formulation variability and fresh cow nutrition. Bill has authored or co-authored 2 books, 13 book chapters, 143 peer reviewed articles, 104 abstracts, and 262 popular press/proceedings articles. His papers have been cited over 7500 times; moreover, he has 20 papers that have been cited over 50 times, particularly documenting his renowned expertise in energy, vitamin E, and selenium nutrition. He has delivered over 285 invited national and international talks. He has received many awards based on national and international excellence, including three research awards from American Dairy Science Association culminating in being named an ADSA Fellow. This annual lecture recognizes and honours Dr. Tsang Kay (Stan) Cheung’s enduring support for the Department of Animal Science and agricultural research at the University of Manitoba. Dr. Cheung obtained his BSc, MSc, and PhD in Animal Science from the U of M. His graduate training was in Animal Breeding/ Genetics under the supervision of the late Dr. Bob Parker. He was also awarded a Doctor of Laws from the U of M in 1991. Dr. Cheung returned to his family business in Hong Kong in 1975 and is currently the Executive Chairman/Director of Herald Holdings Ltd. Dr. Cheung’s many contributions include support of the TK Cheung Center for Animal Science Research, the National Centre for Livestock and the Environment, the TK Cheung Reading Room and recent contributions to education and research in Animal Science. In recognition of his generosity and commitment to education and research, the Department established this annual seminar in his honour.

The newly formed School of Animal Science is one of the largest animal sciences programs east of the Mississippi and is well-positioned to build on its outstanding legacy and move even higher in the rankings with modern facilities, cutting edge researchers, and a curriculum that prepares students for a wide array of jobs, not only in traditional agriculture and allied industries, but also in areas of medicine, veterinary sciences, biotechnology and many other highly rewarding professions. Learn more at https://vtx.vt.edu/videos.html

The University of Hawaii at Manoa's Animal Sciences (ANSC) program applies experimental investigation, cutting-edge technology, and other scientific principles to advance efficient and environmentally friendly animal agriculture and improve food quality and safety. Students receive training in both basic and applied agricultural systems, as well as in animal sciences. For more information visit: https://cms.ctahr.hawaii.edu/majors/ansc.aspx

Would you like to know everything about animals, and apply that knowledge to manage healthy animals? And would you like to make animal husbandry systems more sustainable and responsible? Discover Animal Sciences at Wageningen University & Research! In this video you'll learn more about this programme, with personal experiences and information from students, a study adviser and a lecturer of Animal Sciences. Visit the website for more information: http://www.wur.eu/bas Wageningen University & Research offers Bachelor of Science programmes in the field of healthy food and living environment. There is a choice of 20 different bachelor's programmes. Seven bachelor's programmes are taught in English. http://www.wur.eu/bachelor Subscribe to WURtube: https://bit.ly/2vdx3Ht

Would you like to know everything about animals, and apply that knowledge to manage healthy animals? And would you like to make animal husbandry systems more sustainable and responsible? Discover Animal Sciences at Wageningen University & Research! In this video you'll learn more about this programme, with personal experiences and information from students, a study adviser and a lecturer of Animal Sciences. Visit the website for more information: http://www.wur.eu/bas Wageningen University & Research offers Bachelor of Science programmes in the field of healthy food and living environment. There is a choice of 20 different bachelor's programmes. Seven bachelor's programmes are taught in English. http://www.wur.eu/bachelor Subscribe to WURtube: https://bit.ly/2vdx3Ht