ISU researchers working to develop, market embryonic test for bovine genetics
Thursday, September 17, 2009 - 17:23
in Mathematics & Economics
AMES, Iowa - Looking at the genetic makeup of cattle to determine their value is nothing new. An examination of a small sample of hair or blood can reveal if a calf has any genetic diseases that will lower the market price. Now, a team of clinicians and diagnosticians and genetic researchers at Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine are looking to test those calves earli ...