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Scientist in the Nutrition, Growth, and Physiology Research Unit conduct studies to determine the role of maternal nutrition during pregnancy on growth and fertility of their progeny.
 The Nutrition, Growth, and Physiology Research Unit identifies nutritional, physiological, and environmental mechanisms responsible for differences in efficiency of nutrient utilization by feedlot cattle.  Additionally, we develop nutrient management strategies to improve feed utilization and minimize potential impacts of beef cattle production on the environment.
 Swine nutrition research in the Nutrition, Growth, and Physiology Research Unit is focused on improving feeding efficiency in growing swine.  Basic research is conducted in this area to identify the molecular differences in animals at are efficient in converting nutrients to lean growth, compared to inefficient animals.  Additionally, applied research is conducted to identify strategies, such as feed additives and management strategies, to improve feed efficiency.
 The Nutrition, Growth, and Physiology Research Unit studies the integration of livestock and farming systems by utilizing cover crops and crop coproducts.
 The Nutrition, Growth, and Physiology Research Unit uses molecular genetics to determine genes associated with feed intake and growth, and the relationship between the digestive tract microbiota and feed utilization.


**Mission:** The mission of the Nutrition, Growth and Physiology Research Unit is to provide dependable and affordable sources of protein by generating scientific based knowledge, resources, and technologies to optimize the efficiency of livestock production.


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