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Dr. Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk named new Director of the National Farmed Animal Health and Welfare (NFAHW) Council Board

Dr. Marina (Nina) von Keyserlingk named new Director of the National Farmed Animal Health and Welfare (NFAHW) Council Board

She is recognized as a leader in Animal Welfare, and will take over from outgoing Director, Dr. David Fraser.

Professor Dan Weary Receives UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Animal Welfare Science

Professor Dan Weary Receives UFAW Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Animal Welfare Science

The UFAW Medal recognizes exceptional achievements of individual scientists who have made fundamental contributions to the advancement of animal welfare over a number of years.

Got a moody teenager? Cows can relate

Got a moody teenager? Cows can relate

Dairy cattle undergo personality changes during puberty much like humans do, according to new research by Professor Marina von Keyserlingk.

Professor Emeritus Jim Thompson receives BC Dairy Industry Achievement Award

Professor Emeritus Jim Thompson receives BC Dairy Industry Achievement Award

Professor Emeritus and founding director of the UBC Dairy Education and Research Centre received the BC Dairy Industry Achievement Award from the BC Dairy Historical Society.

Professor Marina von Keyserlingk recognized by the Hans Sigrist Foundation

Professor Marina von Keyserlingk recognized by the Hans Sigrist Foundation

von Keyserlingk was recognized for her outstanding academic contributions in the field of Sustainably Produced Food of Animal Origin.

New study finds dairy calves’ personalities predict their ability to cope with stress

New study finds dairy calves’ personalities predict their ability to cope with stress

Benjamin Lecorps, a PhD student in UBC’s animal welfare program, was lead author of the latest study published Nov. 5 in Scientific Reports.

New research finds mechanical brushes aren’t just a spa amenity for dairy cows — they’re important to the animal’s well-being
PhD student Christine Sumner wins prestigious 2017-18 Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award

PhD student Christine Sumner wins prestigious 2017-18 Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award

Christine is completing her PhD in the Animal Welfare Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Her research focuses on how dairy farmers and veterinarians can cooperate to improve calf welfare.

Some cows are more bullish than others: Animal Welfare study

Some cows are more bullish than others: Animal Welfare study

Some calves are inherently optimistic or pessimistic, just as humans are, a new study from LFS Animal Welfare researchers has found.