New research shows when piglets – especially males – experience a second stressor in early life, they are at higher risk of neurodevelopmental anomalies, putting them at a greater production disadvantage.
University of Illinois researchers say the domestic pig is ideal for biomedical research studies because their brain size, rate of development and digestive system are excellent analogues for human newborns.
The University of Illinois meat science research group was wrapping up a big project and the meats judging team was preparing to host a regional contest. Then, in the blink of an eye, COVID-19 sent everyone home.
