Summer Course 2025 Day 3: Unlocking Livestock Innovation from Gut Health to Global Biotech
Bogor, Indonesia – The third day of the Summer Course 2025 (30/7) pushed the boundaries of tropical livestock science with a series of powerful lectures that connected animal health, cutting-edge “omics” technologies, dairy innovation, and advanced biotechnology applications in agriculture and human health. The program, organized by IPB University’s Department of Animal Production and Technology, in collaboration with Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) and University Putra Malaysia (UPM), continued to foster a global academic exchange, attracting 298 participants from 62 institutions across 12 countries.
The day opened with Dr. Adanan Purba (USU, Indonesia), who captivated 161 participants with insights into “The Pivotal Role of Gastrointestinal Health in Modern Poultry Production”. Moderated by Dr. Wan Ahmad Izuddin (UPM), the session revealed how optimizing gut health can dramatically boost poultry productivity, reduce disease risks, and pave the way for more sustainable farming practices.
From poultry science, the discussion shifted to genetics and conservation as Dr. Pitchayanipa Phongphanich from Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, introduced 173 participants to “Integrated Omics Technologies for Conservation and Improvement of Indigenous Livestock”. With guidance from Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Khairiyah Mat (UMK), participants explored the revolutionary power of genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics to safeguard native breeds while enhancing their production potential.
In the afternoon, Prof. Ir. Hotnida, M.Phil., Ph.D. (USU, Indonesia) brought dairy science to the forefront with a deep dive into “Understanding the Structural and Functional Properties of Milk”. Moderated by Dr. Noor Syaheera Ibrahim (UniSZA), the session, attended by 165 participants, unraveled the complex science behind milk’s composition and its implications for nutrition, processing technology, and innovative dairy products.
The day concluded with a global perspective as Prof. Hasan Khatib from the University of Wisconsin, USA, delivered a high-impact lecture on “Application in Agriculture and Diseases Including Human Diseases”. With 180 participants and moderation by Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Hasnita Che Harun (UMK), this session bridged agricultural genetics and biomedical research, showcasing how breakthroughs in biotechnology are transforming not only livestock production but also human health solutions.
With each session, Summer Course 2025 continues to solidify its role as a world-class academic hub, connecting experts and participants in building resilient, sustainable tropical livestock systems powered by precision technologies and global collaboration.
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