Room: 472 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-4321

Dr. Weigel's research has focused on international genetic comparisons, genotype by environment interactions, genetic evaluation of health and management traits, and strategies to control inbreeding.

Room: 952B Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-3490

Dr. Armentano specializes in ruminant nutrition physiology, especially the role of liver metabolism and its relation to protein nutrition. He also researches whole animal energy metabolism and the utilization of high fiber by-products for nutrition of the dairy herd.

Room: 334 USDFRC

Phone: 890-0053

Dr. Broderick studies aspects of forage utilization such as protein degradation by rumen microorganisms, improving utilization of forage proteins and protein supplements by lactating cows.

Room: 279 Animal Sciences

Phone: 265-8506

Dr. Cabrera focuses on model-based decision support in dairy cattle and in dairy farm production systems. Dr. Cabrera primary interest is to improve cost-efficiency and profitability along with environmental stewardship in dairy farms by using simulation techniques, artificial intelligence and expert systems. Dr. Cabrera research and Extension programs involve interdisciplinary and participatory approaches towards the creation of user-friendly decision support systems.

For More Information: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/dairymgt/

Room: 934F Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-4844

Professor Combs conducts research in forage utilization and ruminal digestion of fiber by dairy cows. He researches the utilization of pastures and development of energy and protein supplement programs for grazing cattle as well as the intake regulation in high producing dairy cows.

Room: 278 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-4596

Dr. Fricke's research continues to focus on developing and improving methods for reproductive management of dairy cattle. The goal of Dr. Fricke's extension program is to maximize reproductive efficiency of dairy cattle by applying knowledge gained through basic scientific research to develop practical management programs and technologies for use in production dairy cattle operations.

For More Information: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/dairyrepro/contact.cfm

Room: 440 Animal Sciences

Phone: 265-2054

Professor Gianola teaches advanced linear and nonlinear models, statistical genetics and Bayesian methods in animal breeding. He also conducts research in theory of quantitative genetics, statistical genetics and international aspects of animal breeding. His species of interest include dairy and beef cattle, swine and sheep. He holds joint appointments in the Department of Animal Sciences and in the Department of Biostatistics.

Room: Room 864 Animal Sciences

Phone: (608) 263-9867

Dr. Hernandez's research focuses on autocrine/paracrine factors that regulate milk synthesis and secretion, particularly during the transition periods of pregnancy to lactation and lactation to the dry period. The goal of Dr. Hernandez's research is to elucidate novel methods for improving the ability of dairy cattle to maximize their lactation potential, either by improving the transition to lactation and/or alleviating dry period issues.

Room: 282 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-3495

Dr. Ruegg's extension program is focused on enhancing on-farm implementation of best management practices to improve milk quality and safety. Her research interests are focused on the application of epidemiologic techniques to critical issues related to milk quality and safety.

For More Information: http://www.uwex.edu/milkquality

Room: 280 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-3491

Dr. Shaver's extension and research programs focus on applied nutrition of lactating dairy cattle. His research focuses on improving nutrient utilization of corn silage and corn grain and B-vitamin supplementation of dairy diets.

For More Information: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/dairynutrition/contact.cfm

Room: 281 Animal Sciences

Phone: (608) 890-4781

Room: 434 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-3493

Dr. Wattiaux's instructional responsibilities include teaching ruminant nutrition and dairy management courses. Michel has a strong research interest in nutrient management systems and their application to dairy operations around the world.

For More Information: http://dairynutrient.wisc.edu/

Room: 934B Animal Sciences building

Phone: 608 263-7786

Dr. White's research program focuses on hepatic carbon flux during the coordinated responses to the transition to lactation, nutrition, and stress in dairy cattle. The goals of Dr. White's research program are to improve our understanding of the regulation of glucose, energy, and lipid metabolism to allow for improvement of feeding strategies, manipulation of metabolic capacity and efficiency, and development of intervention and treatment strategies of metabolic disorders.

Room: 850 Animal Sciences

Phone: 263-9413

Dr. Wiltbank studies the regulation of ovarian function. Basic studies focus on the regulation of hormonal receptors in the corpus luteum and developing ovarian follicle. Applied studies focus on development of methods that allow timed artificial insemination and improve pregnancy reates in dairy cattle.