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AI and Machine Learning to transform animal research

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The University of Arkansas welcomes Dr. Aranyak Goswami, a seasoned bioinformatics researcher, to its Agricultural Experiment Station. Goswami’s background in medical research at Yale and Stanford has equipped him with unique skills that he now brings to animal science, employing AI and machine learning to enhance research outcomes.

The focus of Goswami’s work is on the health and productivity of livestock, particularly through the analysis of genetic data and animal microbiomes. These studies are crucial for understanding diseases and developing new treatments that are both effective and environmentally sustainable.

Through his collaboration with other researchers and departments, Goswami is set to make significant contributions to the fields of animal and poultry science. His efforts include identifying key bacterial and viral pathogens affecting livestock, which will aid in the creation of novel probiotics and improve overall animal welfare.

Additionally, Goswami's involvement in teaching will provide valuable AI and machine learning insights to students at the university, preparing them for future challenges in agricultural sciences.

His work represents a pivotal step in integrating advanced technologies with traditional farming practices, promising to elevate Arkansas's status in the agricultural sector by enhancing both educational and research capabilities.


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World Pork Expo: Tackling oxidative stress at critical stages in swine production

Video: World Pork Expo: Tackling oxidative stress at critical stages in swine production

Dr. Marlin Hoogland, veterinarian and Director of Innovation and Research at Feedworks, speaks to The Pig Site's Sarah Mikesell just after World Pork Expo about how metabolic imbalance – especially during weaning, late gestation and disease outbreaks – can quietly undermine animal health and farm profitability.

In swine production, oxidative stress may be an invisible challenge, but its effects are far from subtle. From decreased feed efficiency to suppressed growth rates, it quietly chips away at productivity.

Dr. Hoogland says producers and veterinarians alike should be on alert for this metabolic imbalance, especially during the most physiologically demanding times in a pig’s life.