| | BSAS News | | Dear BSAS community,
We are pleased to present the latest edition of the BSAS News. In this issue, we have gathered insightful articles, updates on upcoming events and news for our members and partners.
We have an update on the recent International Ruminant Reproduction Symposium which was held in Galway earlier this month, new jobs and events from across the animal science industry.
Our goal is to keep you informed and engaged with the latest developments in the field, and to provide a platform for knowledge sharing and networking.
We hope you find this newsletter informative, and we welcome your feedback and suggestions for future editions.
Best regards, The BSAS Team
| | | International Ruminant Reproduction Symposium | |  | 360 delegates from 31 countries…..
IRRS recently concluded its highly anticipated conference in Galway, showcasing groundbreaking research and cutting-edge technologies in the field of reproductive biology and technology for ruminant animals (cattle, sheep, goats, buffalo and others).
Attended by 360 delegates from 31 countries from around the globe, the conference provided a platform for leading scientists in the field of ruminant reproduction to present their groundbreaking research and advancements.
From the intricacies of reproductive biology to cutting-edge reproductive technologies, the conference offered a comprehensive exploration of ruminant reproduction. The exchange of knowledge, collaborative discussions, and exposure to state-of-the-art techniques have undoubtedly contributed to the progress of reproductive science in ruminant animals.
www.bsas.org.uk/irrs | | | QUB celebrates BSAS Members
The Queen's-AFBI Alliance is celebrating ‘success squared’ after two of its leading members were honoured by BSAS.
Professor Sharon Huws, Director of Research within the IGFS at Queen’s University who won the prestigious 2023 John Hammond Award, while Dr Elizabeth Magowan, Director of Sustainable Agrifood Sciences at AFBI – and a previous Hammond Award winner – on being named the incoming President of BSAS. |
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| | Articles | | animal June Article:
Societal concerns on the housing of farmed animals is growing, as highlighted by the 'End the Cage Age’ initiative. Female breeding rabbits in commercial meat rabbit farms nurse their kits in small cages and have restricted contact with other breeding females. Rabbits, however, are highly social and active animals and would benefit from more space and social contact… | |
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| | Fledgling Bytes article:
The Effect of The German String Training Aid on Equine Stride Length, Tracking Distance and Head and Neck Position
Written by: Olivia Hammond
Summary by: Georgina Smith
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| | | Fledgling Bytes Article:
Biodiversity management on equine premises in Ireland. Biodiversity loss is a global concern, with numerous species facing the threat of extinction.
Written by: Aoife Green
Summarised by: Katie Dubarry | |
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| |  | The animal consortium which is made up of the BSAS - British Society of Animal Science, EAAP - European Federation of Animal Science and INRAE owns the 3 journals: We are extremely proud to have the esteemed animal as our Society’s Journal. As a leading peer-reviewed publication, it offers an exceptional platform for members to showcase their work and contribute to the ongoing expansion of knowledge in the field of animal sciences. If you want to publish a paper, please consider using animal Journal as you will be contributing vital funds for BSAS which are reinvested to support the development in animal science. | | Events & Publications | | Going forward, we will be aligning more closely the themes and topics of events with challenges faced by animal science, both academia and industry, and the solutions needed to tackle them.
The annual conference is our flagship event but, over the next couple of years, we will be looking to hold separate, occasional meetings and workshops in collaboration with industry. This leads us into publications, where we will aim to increase publications generated from events, both BSAS and non-BSAS.
Increased article submissions is a goal so we also need, in collaboration with our journal partners, to focus on promotion of our suite of journals: animal, animal Science Proceedings and animal Open Space.
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| | BSAS AmbassadorsStudent ambassador roles are still open. Find out more here |
| Get RegisteredBoost your career by getting accredited and joining the BSAS Register. Keep ahead in your career. Find out more and sign up here. |
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| | Latest Jobs
PhD Thesis Opportunity at INRAE Brittany, France, Deadline: 30 Jun
TEAGASC PHD Walsh Scholarship Opportunity Ru-Minig: RUmen Micr obiome MINING for bacterial cultures to reduce methane, Deadline: 30 Jun
Post-doctoral Climate Adaption Fellow, Fermoy, Co Cork, Deadline: 04 July
Postdoctoral Researcher, Animal Cognition Research Group University of Alberta, Alberta, Deadline: 10 July
Parasitology/Animal Health Technician, Athenry, Co Galway, Deadline: 10 July
https://bsas.org.uk/updates/jobs
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| | Awards
The BSAS Undergraduate Thesis of The Year award is open for applications.
This award seeks to acknowledge the best of undergraduate research and offers the winner the opportunity to have a summary of their work
published on the BSAS website.
Deadline - 31st July 2023 | |
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| | Dates for your Calendar | | | | | Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing has released ‘Key issues in agricultural ethics’ research edited by Dr Robert L. Zimdahl, Colorado State University Agriculture is facing unprecedented scrutiny for its social and environmental impacts. Key issues in agricultural ethics explores key ethical debates surrounding agriculture and agri-food supply chains. |
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| | Membership Renewal
As always, we thank you for your continued support and invite to renew your membership to help to support animal science throughout the UK.
Your membership and your contribution to BSAS activities is essential in supporting our mission to advance the sector, improving the understanding of all aspects of animal science and ensuring research and knowledge transfer has a practical and beneficial application. |
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