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Essential resources: A globally unique bovine embryo and fetus collection
The harsh Australian environment and a changing climate require the combination of traits from both subspecies to secure national and global meat and milk production.
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Where do Hong Kong’s feral cattle come from?
We analysed genotypes of Hong Kong's feral cattle population to determine their origin.
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How does colostrum affect dairy cow productivity?
Our research shows that calves perform just as well with foster colostrum as they do with maternal colostrum.
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How are the different immune components in colostrum absorbed by neonate calves?
We investigated the different immune components in colostrum and their absorption by the neonate calf to help producers manage calf health and their long-term production.
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Creating a fast and effective lice test for sheep
We linked up with industry to develop a test that can accurately, quickly and cost effectively determine presence of lice before or at shearing.
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How do we measure animal emotions?
We're using new molecular biomarkers to improve pig welfare and the assessment of their welfare.
The global bovine epigenome
We're developing new and improved breeding tools by incorporating epigenomics information into existing technology platforms.
Meating the challenge to optimise lamb
We're assisting lamb processors to turn to the power of mathematics and employ optimisation methodologies to guide them to make the most from each carcase.
New technique delivers complete DNA sequences of chromosomes inherited from mother and father
We show it's possible to disentangle the DNA sequences of the chromosomes inherited from the mother and the father, to create true diploid genomes from a single individual.
How does parental DNA affect cattle growth?
Determining the patterns of expression and mechanisms of gene regulation at key fetal stages will provide us with information about normal development.
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