Research
Integrating Research and Education
We develop students who are leaders in problem solving by including them in all aspects of our research programming. Our students get to stand shoulder to shoulder with our faculty as they explore and solve critical issues shared by industry producers, livestock owners, and veterinarians alike. Because of the depth and breadth of our research programming, we engage in research involving advancements in livestock management and production, human-animal interactions, developing best practices in husbandry and training, and food production and safety.
AnSci Seminar Series
Our focus and commitment are to engage with stakeholders, growers, and agricultural communities throughout Colorado. Each month, we host a webinar discussing the latest topics in animal sciences and how they intersect with our state’s agriculture.
Breeding and Genetics
Our breeding and genetics group comprises faculty investigating genetics in large animals including cattle and horses. We specialize in optimizing performance and environmental adaptability.
Breeding and Genetics Research Facilities
- CSU Beef Improvement Center
- Equine Molecular Genetics Laboratory
Livestock Behavior and Welfare
The Livestock Behavior and Welfare research group at Colorado State University performs research in a variety of topic areas with primary focus on food animal behavior and welfare.
Research Facilities
Meat Safety and Quality
Conducts and publishes applied industry research addressing significant and timely issues related to the global competitiveness of red meats, including red meat safety and product quality, and efforts to export more red meat products to international markets.
Research Facilities
Nutrition
A diverse program that leverages hands-on experience and opportunities for students to conduct bovine, equine and ovine nutrition research.
Research Facilities
Dairy Management Systems
We are a multidisciplinary group investigating solutions for dairy related topics including animal health and welfare, reproduction efficiency, milk quality, worker safety, and profitability.
Research Facilities
Beef Management Systems
The Colorado State University Beef Management Systems team realizes the large impact that beef production has on Colorado’s Agriculture. We are actively developing strategies for reducing our carbon footprint.
Research Facilities
Physiology
The physiology group is comprised of faculty investigating mechanisms and potential interventions for multiple conditions that impact the equine and livestock industries.
Research Facilities
- Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center
- Equine Reproduction Laboratory
- Animal Reproduction and Biotechnology Laboratory