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Research projects to examine transportation decontamination, barn washing protocols and an alternative entry to shower-in, shower-out systems.

Dr. Megan Niederwerder will become executive director.

Dr. Megan Niederwerder will become executive director.

Research includes using sensors, psychological profile to increase compliance of wean-to-market biosecurity, developing a practical biosecurity entrance system.

Continued researchable interests include alternatives to the traditional truck wash, technology to monitor biosecurity compliance, and mortality management.

As a veterinarian, Jeremy Pittman, senior director of U.S. veterinary services for Smithfield Foods, says he is constantly tasked with, asked about and challenged on biosecurity processes or protocols. 

Swine industry has traditionally focused on breeding herds, boar studs and live haul transportation for much of the biosecurity work.