Research has possible applications for cancer treatment, fibrosis, and developmental birth defects.
In 1983, Department of Animal Sciences was formed from the merger of Dairy Science and Animal Science. Then in 1997 the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences was formed from the merger of the Department of Animal Sciences and the Department of Poultry Science. Animal Science is the study of domesticated animals used for food, biomedical research and leisure. Our department fulfills a tripartite mission of research, teaching, and extension. Departmental research programs are focused in five areas:
Departmental Undergraduate Scholarship awards range from $1,000-$3,000.
Departmental paid Graduate Assistantships and Scholarship awards.
The Department of Animal and Avian Sciences (ANSC) Campus Farm is nestled in the middle of the College Park Campus adjacent to the ANSC building and the Comcast Center. The ANSC Campus Farm is considered to be the “jewel” of the department as it provides essential hands-on learning opportunities for our students and it serves as a showcase for the Animal Sciences discipline to all campus visitors.
