The Swine it Podcast Show - Dr. Kwangwook Kim: Intestinal Development in Piglets | Ep. 256
Jul 02, 2024
In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Kwangwook Kim explores critical aspects of intestinal development and nutritional intervention in young pigs. He discusses the impact of early weaning on gut health, the challenges posed by E. coli infections, and the benefits of feed additives like beta-glucan and probiotics. Tune in to this informative episode, available on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Intestinal development
- Early weaning effects
- E. coli challenges
- Beta-glucan benefits
- Probiotics impact
Meet the guest:
Dr. Kwangwook Kim is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University, specializing in animal nutrition and intestinal health in pigs. He holds a Ph.D. and M.S. in Animal Sciences from the University of California, Davis, where he also served as a Postdoctoral Scholar and Graduate Student Researcher. Dr. Kim's research focuses on nutritional interventions to enhance swine gut health and immune responses. His work significantly contributes to understanding the effects of probiotics, β-glucans, and other feed additives on swine health.
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