The Swine it Podcast Show - #222 - From Behavior to Genomics: Characterizing Resilience in Pigs

the swine it podcast show Nov 08, 2023

What happens when the fascinating world of social dynamics collides with genetics and genomic sciences? Get ready for an enlightening journey with our guest, Andrea Luttman, as she unravels the intricate layers of social stress in sows and its profound effects on their offspring's behavior and welfare. In our conversation, she dissects the role of specific genes in stress regulation and the challenges of reducing stress in group-housed animals. She highlights how understanding the molecular level of stress regulation can help us select animals better equipped to deal with stress.