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Rumen Microbiology, Ruminant Nutrition, Human Gut Microbiology, Fatty Acids and Health

ID: 729154 United Kingdom

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Prof Expert is expert in the microorganisms, biochemistry and microbial ecology of gut ecosystems, particularly the rumen. Areas of study include fatty acid metabolism, methane emissions, protein nutrition.

Expert has >30 years experience in gut microbiology research

Many examples, including in 2010 consultancies for DSM Nutrition, Australian Meat & Livestock.

Education

Year Degree Subject Institution
Year: 1975 Degree: PhD Subject: Microbial Biochemistry Institution: University of Glasgow
Year: 1972 Degree: BSc Subject: Biochemistry Institution: University of Glasgow

Work History

Years Employer Title Department
Years: 1976 to Present Employer: Undisclosed Title: Group Leader Department: Rowett Institute
Responsibilities:
Supervision of research group of up to 24 PhD students, postdocs and technicians.

Career Accomplishments

Associations / Societies
Nutrition Society, Society for Applied Microbiology, Society for General Microbiology
Awards / Recognition
DSM Nutrition Award in 2007 'in recognition of his pioneering research in animal nutrition.'
Publications and Patents Summary
170 refereed papers, 50 book chapters/reviews, 2 patents

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