
WELCOME TO ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES
Our programs cover a wide range of scientific disciplines that support the safe and economical production of domestic livestock animals and quality foods, as well as the care, health, and use of companion animals. In the field of animal science, disciplines include virology, physiology, nutrition, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, engineering, biochemistry, genomics and animal management. In food science, we cover the disciplines of food safety (microbiology), chemistry and engineering, as well as the culinary aspects of food.
Our research addresses contemporary and future scientific challenges using cutting-edge technologies. Our goal is to assist and support stakeholders in the poultry, livestock and food industries.
Where high quality programs intersect with a dynamic living/learning laboratory — a 350-acre working farm!
Where high quality programs intersect with a dynamic living/learning laboratory — a 350-acre working farm!
Featured video
UD alumna Michele Maughan conducts research with military working dogs: youtube.com/watch?v=ET8psP4EXr4

Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Li evaluates gastrointestinal (GI) health by nutrient transport capacity and barrier integrity, which plays a critical role in modern animal industry that is centered in optimizing feed efficiency and enhancing disease prevention.
Latest news
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Delaware sewers provide a clearer view of COVID numbers
July 26, 2022 | Written by Johnny Perez-Gonzalez of WHYYWHYY examines wastewater testing for COVID-19, including the work of the UD Center for Environmental and Wastewater Epidemiological Research. -
Serving up success
July 22, 2022 | Written by Kate ZinconeUD senior food science major Ben Quinutolo balances his food truck and internship with PepsiCo. -
From college to career
May 27, 2022 | Written by Amy WolfAdelle Shealy, a senior food science major, received three full-time job offers before graduating and will begin work as an assistant scientist at MycoTechnology in June.