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Iowa State University's Animal Science program is internationally acclaimed for providing exceptional hands-on education. Our cutting-edge research facilities specialize in swine and ruminant nutrition, complemented by teaching farms focused on swine, sheep, beef, poultry, dairy, and equine studies. Students acquire essential expertise to thrive in Animal Science or Dairy Science professions. Discover our distinguished faculty and explore our comprehensive animal sciences curriculum. We excel at combining scientific principles, practical applications, and innovative approaches to address the demands of both society and animal industries.
The Animal Science Department at Iowa State encourages you to connect with our accomplished faculty, dedicated staff, and current students to learn about our varied animal science offerings. Our department's initiatives blend scientific knowledge, practical implementation, and creative solutions to meet pressing industry requirements. Additionally, our faculty lead programs that generate groundbreaking insights to tackle future challenges in the field.
Develop thorough comprehension of academic literature in Animal Sciences and connected fields.
Create verifiable hypotheses and define research goals that will make meaningful advancements in Animal Sciences and associated areas.
Perform qualitative and/or quantitative research through proper data collection, examination, and presentation.
Evaluate research outcomes correctly, incorporating them into existing disciplinary knowledge.
Effectively share research discoveries through written, spoken, visual, and digital communication methods.
Engage in scholarly work, whether collaboratively or independently, while maintaining ethical standards and professional conduct.