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  • In a recent study, Dr. Davide Dulcis discovered that the chemicals in a rat's brain change based on periods of light and darkness. In this podcast, Dr. Dulcis explains how this study could change how we think about animal behavior and neurological disorders.
  • Two leading animal scientists traveled to Mexico this week to lead a workshop on scientific publishing. This workshop series is an important part of ASAS outreach around the world.

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Public Policy

The American Society of Animal Science shares scientific resources with federal agencies and policy makers. The ASAS Grand Challenges and Innovate 2012 Summary are the latest resources published by ASAS. Learn more

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"Biofuel: Are we playing with our food?"

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Interpretive Summaries

  • Pigs make the most of your leftovers

    April 5, 2013 - As the world population grows, farmers may feed more people by giving biofuel and food co-products to pigs. These co-products include whey, bakery waste, and plant matter left over from biofuel production. In a new paper for Animal Frontiers, researchers say pigs are ideally suited to convert these non human-edible feedstuffs into protein.

  • Chickens with bigger gizzards are more efficient

    April 10, 2013 - According to animal scientists, farmers could further protect the environment by breeding chickens with larger digestive organs. This research was published in the February issue of the Journal of Animal Science.

  • Immune system affects reproduction in ruminants

    May 14, 2013 - A closer look at livestock reveals how the immune system and reproductive system interact. In a new paper published in the Journal of Animal Science, researchers show how immune cells can affect animal ovulation and pregnancy.