10 min

Abagael Sykes: ASF Control Modeling | Ep. 75 The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast

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African Swine Fever (ASF) has become a critical concern in the swine industry, presenting a substantial threat to animal welfare and the global economy. This highly contagious viral disease can have devastating consequences when not properly managed. In this episode, Abagael Sykes, a Ph.D. Candidate at North Carolina State University's Machado Lab, discusses her pioneering research on ASF control measures in the United States. Her comprehensive modeling approach delves into the dynamic nature of ASF outbreaks, providing valuable insights on effective control strategies. Stay informed to protect the future of swine farming.

Meet the guest: Abagael Sykes

Experience
Current: Graduate Research Assistant at the North Carolina State UniversityPast: Student Success Coach at the University of London
Background
M.Sc. in Epidemiology (Imperial College London)DVM in Biological Sciences (University of London)
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The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Elanco
- United Animal Health
- Adare
- Essential Ag Solutions
- Healthy Climate Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Instagram: Swine Campus
LinkedIn: Swine Campus
Website: swinehealthblackbelt.com

African Swine Fever (ASF) has become a critical concern in the swine industry, presenting a substantial threat to animal welfare and the global economy. This highly contagious viral disease can have devastating consequences when not properly managed. In this episode, Abagael Sykes, a Ph.D. Candidate at North Carolina State University's Machado Lab, discusses her pioneering research on ASF control measures in the United States. Her comprehensive modeling approach delves into the dynamic nature of ASF outbreaks, providing valuable insights on effective control strategies. Stay informed to protect the future of swine farming.

Meet the guest: Abagael Sykes

Experience
Current: Graduate Research Assistant at the North Carolina State UniversityPast: Student Success Coach at the University of London
Background
M.Sc. in Epidemiology (Imperial College London)DVM in Biological Sciences (University of London)
Connect with the guest!

The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Elanco
- United Animal Health
- Adare
- Essential Ag Solutions
- Healthy Climate Solutions

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Instagram: Swine Campus
LinkedIn: Swine Campus
Website: swinehealthblackbelt.com

10 min

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