Investigating the Milk Microbiome of Dairy Cattle

Project Title: Investigating the Milk Microbiome of Dairy Cattle
School: Microbiology/Parasitology

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Project Title: Investigating the Milk Microbiome of Dairy Cattle

Research Area: Microbiology, Parasitology

Project Description: This project involves reviewing research papers on the milk microbiome of dairy cattle and trialing various laboratory techniques related to milk analysis. The research will include a journal review and hands-on laboratory work to understand and manipulate the milk microbiome effectively.

Expected Student Role(s): Journal review and laboratory techniques

Required and/or Recommended Student Skills: Students should be familiar with microbiology and laboratory techniques. Experience in reviewing scientific literature is beneficial but not required.

Expected Duration of Student Involvement: 4 months (month of completion: January)

Estimated Weekly Student Workload: 4 hours per week

Expected Benefits for Student(s): This project will help students develop skills in researching and reviewing literature, critical thinking, and laboratory techniques. A publication will also be produced from this research.

Deadline for Student Application Submission: 20/09/2024