Discovery Projects - Grant ID: DP190102455

Funding Activity

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Funded Activity Summary

Proteomic and genetic analysis of subfertile bull spermatozoa. This project aims to identify protein changes on spermatozoa that are highly correlated with the fertility status of bulls. Bull fertility has approached an all-time low as breeding practice has focused predominately on milk production and beef tenderness. This project aims to understand the genetic causes that underpin bull and cattle infertility, and investigate better methods to predict the fertility status of bulls. This project expects to contribute to better clinical management of cattle. This information can then be used for the development of a better diagnostic assay for both the dairy and beef industry.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 06-2019

End Date: 12-2023

Funding Scheme: Discovery Projects

Funding Amount: $472,000.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Animal Management | Animal Breeding | Farm Management, Rural Management and Agribusiness | Animal Production

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Beef Cattle | Dairy Cattle |