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animal welfare PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
We have 39 animal welfare PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships
Harmonizing Mi'kmaq and First Nations Wisdom with Digital Innovation for Enhanced Animal Welfare
This research project aims to integrate the traditional knowledge and practices of the Mi'kmaq and other First Nations communities within Nova Scotia with advanced artificial intelligence technologies to improve animal welfare. Read more
Project at University of Surrey: AI Powered Multi-modal Approaches for Animal Behaviour Analysis and Welfare Monitoring using Unannotated Data
As the global population grows, so does the demand for affordable, high-quality meat, while consumers increasingly emphasise animal welfare. Read more
A One Health approach to vitamin D biofortification in pork
Research Group:
Biomedical Sciences
The PhD project addresses public health challenges related to vitamin D deficiency through novel biofortification processes with a strong focus on animal welfare. Read more
Project at University of Surrey: AI-Based Acoustic Monitoring in Turkey Poults for Productivity, Health and Welfare
As global demand for poultry continues to grow, there is an increasing need for sustainable, efficient, and welfare-focused farming methods. Read more
Overcoming human barriers to uptake of condition scoring in the beef industry
Funding. This PhD project is part of a competition funded by SRUC. This opportunity is open to UK and International students and provides funding to cover tuition fees at the UK rate plus a stipend to support living costs. Read more
Transforming Beef Farming Through Digital Twin Technology and Triple Bottom Line Balance
Rationale. In the contemporary agricultural landscape, small-hold beef farming is at a crossroads, facing multifaceted challenges that span environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Read more
Behaviour and welfare of Hong Kong’s free-ranging feral bovids (cattle and water buffalo)
The vision of the Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences (JCC; https://www.cityu.edu.hk/jcc/) is to become a centre of excellence in veterinary medicine and life sciences education and research. Read more
Digital Livestock Dynamics - Artificial Intelligence, IP Law, and the Ethical Frontier of Animal Care
This research project investigates the convergence of artificial intelligence, intellectual property law, and ethical considerations in modern animal agriculture. Read more
BBSRC NWD: Dissecting the diversity of plasminogen-binding cell surface proteins to develop a vaccine for bovine digital dermatitis
Background. Developing vaccines for endemic diseases of livestock is key to reducing antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance. Read more
Improving Equine Welfare through Human Behaviour Change Science
Funding. This PhD project is part of a competition funded by SRUC. This opportunity is open to UK and International students and provides funding to cover tuition fees at the UK rate plus a stipend to support living costs. Read more
“Antimicrobial Use in Salmon Farming: A Comparative Analysis of Welfare and Economic Impacts in Chile and Scotland”
Salmon farming is a critical component of global aquaculture, with Chile and Scotland among the leading producers. However, both industries face shared challenges. Read more
Computer Vision-Based Monitoring of Health, Welfare and Living Space in Dairy Cattle
We are seeking a dynamic and passionate PhD student to join our team and help drive enhancements to livestock health and welfare through AI based monitoring. Read more
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Project Q1110: Multi-Object Visual Tracking (MOT) of Animals in Agriculture
This project aims to improve the performance of artificial intelligence-based video analytics in agriculture by developing and applying novel methods for Multi-Object Visual Tracking (MOT). Read more
Project at Aberystwyth University: Chronobiological changes in behaviour, development and immunity of salmon lice larvae (ChronoLice)
Background. The exciting PhD research project will help us understand the biology of sea lice (Lepeophtheirus salmonis), a pervasive and damaging fish parasite that causes substantial animal welfare, environmental and economic damage by impacting aquaculture of salmon. Read more