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Strong Partnerships. Strong Futures.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Animal Health and Nutrition Consortium (AHNC) is a novel public\u2013private partnership that brings together animal health companies, biotechnology companies and university scientists to identify the foundational limitations to the development of new products, services and markets \u2014 and foster research to address these knowledge gaps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ultimate goal of the AHNC is to provide its members with a competitive advantage in the development of game-changing new products that improve animal welfare, reduce disease, and improve the nutritional value of feed and production. The AHNC is a foundational constituent of the NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Food Animal Initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pre-competitive networking, top applied research, access to top talent, and more.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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We are always looking for new members to join the consortium.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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15 grants have been awarded to date for more than $750,000 total.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Iluma Alliance has been a member of AHNC from the beginning. As we move forward, I am confident that the AHNC will continue to accomplish its purpose of working collectively towards a healthier and more sustainable future for the animal protein industry.<\/p>

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Unlocking Innovation Through Industry-Academic Partnerships<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

An informative webinar about the Animal Health & Nutrition Consortium (AHNC) allowed participants to learn more about innovation research in animal health, collaboration and partnership opportunities, success stories, and funding impact. This informational webinar was open to UIDP university member and non-member representatives.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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A recent panel brought together leaders from science advocacy, state biotechnology investment, and government partnerships to discuss how changes in federal science funding are affecting research, innovation, and the broader scientific workforce. The panelists emphasized the need for stronger advocacy, better public communication, and deeper partnerships to maintain U.S. leadership in science and technology.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Poultry and Swine Strengths<\/h2>

NC State is the only U.S. university fully integrated in both poultry and swine.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Top Graduates<\/h2>

A pipeline of future talent eager to participate in research and other opportunities.<\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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21 Grants Awarded<\/h2>

Over $1 million in support of AHNC member-directed research priorities.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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Online Course: Data Analytics for Poultry and Swine Industries<\/h2>

Developed in collaboration with anprocampus and directed by Edgar Oviedo, this course uses practical examples from the industry and real data shared by some of the main integrations of the world. It is a blended course, with self-paced interactive modules and virtual sessions with NC State professors and experts invited from different companies. After completion and evaluation, the course offers an Extension Certificate in Data Analytics for Poultry and Swine Industries.<\/p>\n

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Women in Poultry: Olivia Wedegaertner<\/h3>\n \n\n \t \t

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