Projects marked with an asterisk (*) are part of the Poultry Science Cluster 2010-2013.
Projects marked with an asterisk (**) are part of the Poultry Science Cluster 2: 2013-2018.
Projects marked with an asterisk (***) are part of the Poultry Science Cluster 3: 2018-2023.
Avian Gut Microbiology
Program DetailsAMN001
Identification of gut bacteria affected by dietary antibiotics and their roles in the gut immunity of broiler chickensJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Shayan Sharif, University of Guelph
AMN002
Molecular epidemiology of necrotic enteritisPatrick Boerlin, University of Guelph
AMN003
Carbohydrase enzyme supplements as growth promoters and modulators of the intestinal microflora of the chicken: The prebiotic and probiotic effect of enzyme hydrolysis productsBogdan Slominski and Gregory Blank, University of Manitoba
AMN004
Understanding how Campylobacter jejuni colonizes poultryBrenda Allan, Vaccine & Infectious Disease Organization
AMN023
The use of cyclic-di-GMP, a novel immunotherapeutic and antibacterial molecule in chickensMoussa Diarra, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and François Malouin, Université de Sherbrooke
AMN024
Investigation into cell-cell signaling in Clostridium perfringens infection for developing a novel disease-control strategyJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
AMN025
Engineered antibodies and phage products for food safety applicationsChristine Szymanski, University of Alberta
AMN027
Elucidation of critical characteristics of Clostridium perfringens and pathogen-host-environment interactions defining susceptibility of poultry to necrotic enteritisAndrew Olkowski and Bernard Laarveld, University of Saskatchewan
AMN030
Development of live-attenuated vaccines to prevent Campylobacter colonization in poultryByeonghwa Jeon, University of Alberta
AMN043
Evaluation of vacuum post pellet-applications of bioactives of broiler feed on efficacy and protected deliveryTom Scott, Univerisity of Saskatchewan
AMN045
Formulation and delivery of immunostimulatory oligodeoxynucleotides containing CpG motifs (CpG-ODN) with carbon nanotubes (CNTs) against poultry diseasesSusantha Gomis, University of Saskatchewan
AMN046
Effect of two prebiotics on gut microflora in healthy and Salmonella challenged broilersXin Zhao, McGill University
AMN047
Surveillance of antimicrobial resistant bacteria in antimicrobial-free and conventional broilers in Ontario – a pilot projectMichele Guerin, University of Guelph
AMN048
Stimulation of innate immune system for the control of poultry respiratory viral infectionsFaizal Abdul Careem, University of Calgary
AMN053
Development of probiotic formulations with immune enhancing activities for chickensShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
AMN059
The impact of reducing mycotoing in poultry feed on the natural defense against diseaseNatacha Hogan, University of Saskatchewan
AMN060
Control of Campylobacter jejuni in chickens by vaccinationShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
**AMN065
Evaluation of butyrate glycerides for developing an alternative to dietary antimicrobials in poultryJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Foods Canada
**AMN066
Alternative antimicrobials from chicken bloodMax Hincke, University of Ottawa
**AMN067
Development of an enzyme/yeast-based prebiotic for poultryBogdan Slominski, University of Manitoba
**AMN068
Non-antibiotic control of bacterial infectionMohammed Arshud Dar, University of Saskatchewan
AMN081
Delivery of immunostimulatory oligodeoxynucleotides containing CpG motifs to broiler chickens as an alternative to antibioticsSusantha Gomis, University of Saskatchewan
AMN086
Microbiome manipulations of the chicken GI tract as a route to maintain poultry healthJohn Parkinson, Hospital for Sick Children/University of Toronto
AMN087
The effect on in ovo delivery of nutrients and feed additives on the development of the chicken immune systemShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
AMN088
Induction of adaptive immunity against respiratory viruses using in ovo delivered innate immune stimulantsMohamed Faizal Abdul Careem, University of Calgary
AMN092
Farm-level surveillance of antimicrobial use and resistance in turkey flocks in Ontario, a pilotPatrick Boerlin, University of Guelph;
Agnes Agunos, Public Health Agency of Canada
AMN095
Nutritional regulation of genes associated with avian B cell receptors involved in innate and adaptive immunityJuan Carlos Rodriguez-Lecompte, University of Prince Edward Island
AMN097
Development of an immune complex vaccine to control variant infectious bursal disease virus (IBDV) infections in the broiler chicken industry in CanadaSusantha Gomis, University of Saskatchewan
AMN100
An inexpensive plant-derived multi-component vaccine for poultry coccidiosis and necrotic enteritisJoenel Alcantara, University of Calgary
***AMN102
Assessment of FAdV-9 based vectored vaccine expressing NetB antigen in protection against necrotic enteritis in chickensÉva Nagy, University of Guelph
***AMN103
On-Farm trials to validate encapsulated essential oils to control necrotic enteritidis in broilersQi Wang, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
***AMN104
Innovations in antimicrobial alternatives and stewardship in poultry productionShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
***AMN105
Optimizing antibiotics free preventive strategy using vaccines and probiotics for controlling necrotic enteritis in chickenSusantha Gomis, University of Saskatchewan
***AMN106
A comparative and subtractive reverse vaccinology approach to develop an in ovo vaccine against Clostridium perfringensMartine Boulianne, University of Montreal
***AMN107
Investigations into synergistic effects of butyrate glycerides with plant extracts for reducing the use of antibiotics in chicken productionJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
***AMN108
Non-antibiotic control of bacterial infections in poultryArshud Dar, University of Saskatchewan
***AMN109
Efficacy of new vaccine strategies to protect broiler chickens against necrotic enteritisMartine Boulianne, University of Montreal
***AMN110
Antimicrobials not antibiotic based platform to treat S. enteriditis infection in laying hensMarya Ahmed, University of Prince Edward Island
Environment
Program DetailsENV006
Distribution uniformity and emission reduction potential of a precision applicator for surface and sub-surface land application of poultry manureClaude Laguë, P.Eng., Ph.D., Adjunct Professor, Department of Agricultural and Bioresource Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Saskatchewan (Dr. Laguë is currently Dean and Professor, Faculty of Engineering, University of Ottawa)
ENV007
Development of a Dynamic Model of Ca and P flows in LayersJames France, University of Guelph
ENV008
Activity-specific workplace exposures of poultry barn workersA. (Sentil) Senthilselvan, University of Alberta
ENV009
Reducing pollution from veterinary pharmaceuticals in agricultural runoff from poultry manureShiv Prasher, McGill University
ENV026
Protein-based biomaterials from spent hensJianping Wu, University of Alberta
ENV029
Assessment of concentrations and emissions of airborne pollutants at various poultry operationsBill Van Heyst, University of Guelph
ENV049
Evaluation of phosphorus utilization by broilers using different approachesJames France, University of Guelph
ENV056
Biopolymer-based nanocomposites from poultry industry byproducts for packaging applicationsAman Ullah, University of Alberta
**ENV074
Evaluation of control strategies to reduce emissions of particulate matter and ammonia from poultry operationsBill Van Heyst, University of Guelph
**ENV076
Determining the genetic relationships between feed efficiency, production traits and greenhouse gas (NH3, N2O, CO2, and CH4) emissions in turkeysBen Wood, Hybrid Turkeys (Hendrix Genetics)/University of Guelph
**ENV077
Validation of a new LED light bulb designed for the egg-laying industryGrégoy Bédécarrats, University of Guelph
ENV082
Optimize and scale-up preparation of spent hen adhesiveJianping Wu, University of Alberta
ENV090
Assessment of an air treatment system for enhanced environmental and biosecurity measures on a broiler operationBill Van Heyst, University of Guelph
***ENV118
Perinatal feeding of epidermal growth factor to enhance development and maintenance of a functional intestinal tract for improved growth and efficiency in poultryElijah Kiarie, University of Guelph
***ENV119
Assessment of impact of Canadian infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) variants on egg production and fertility of chickensMohamed Faizal Abdul Careem, University of Calgary
***ENV120
Evaluation of Control Strategies to reduce emissions of particulate matter, ammonia and greenhouse gases from poultry operationsBill Van Heyst, University of Guelph
Food Safety & Poultry Health
Program DetailsFSQ011
Immunization of broiler chickens against necrotic enteritisJohn Prescott, University of Guelph
FSQ012
Immunology of T cell-mediated immune response to avian influenza virus in the chickenShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
FSQ014
Development of second generation RNA interference constructs against avian influenza virusSerguei Golovan and Grégoy Bédécarrats, University of Guelph
FSQ015
Novel multivalent vaccines for avian healthÉva Nagy, University of Guelph
*FSQ032
The pathogenesis and control of necrotic enteritis in broiler chickensJohn Prescott, University of Guelph
*FSQ033
Development of Salmonella Enteritidis vaccine for layers and breeding hensMartine Boulianne, University of Montreal
*FSQ034
Use of encapsulated essential oils for controlling enteric bacterial pathogens in chickensJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
*FSQ035
Determining the molecular basis of adaptation of influenza viruses from their natural reservoir to domestic poultryYohannes Berhane, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
*FSQ036
Study of transmission of avian influenza virusJiewen Guan, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
*FSQ037
Immune response to avian influenza virusShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
*FSQ038.1
Developing novel vaccines against AIV and exploring efficient delivery systems for these vaccinesÉva Nagy, University of Guelph
*FSQ038.2
Developing novel vaccines against AIV and exploring efficient delivery systems for these vaccinesSuresh Tikoo, VIDO-Intervac
*FSQ038.3
Developing novel vaccines against AIV and exploring efficient delivery systems for these vaccinesDele Ogunremi, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
**FSQ061
Understanding and controlling necrotic enteritis in broiler chickensJohn Prescott, University of Guelph
**FSQ062
Assessment of Clostridium perfringens pili in vaccine development for controlling necrotic enteritis in chickensJoshua Gong, Agriculture and Agri-Foods Canada
**FSQ063
Development of novel and rational vaccine formulations against avian influenza virus infection in chickensShayan Sharif, University of Guelph
**FSQ064
Assessment and mitigation of contamination risks: critical knowledge to reduce diseases and increase biosecurity complianceJean-Pierre Vaillancourt, University of Montreal
FSQ083
A novel necrotic enteritis vaccine strategy: type IV pilus of Clostridium perfringensMartine Boulianne, University of Montreal
FSQ099
Broiler breeder national survey on food-borne pathogen prevalence, antimicrobial resistance, and antimicrobial useMartine Boulianne, University of Montreal;
Agnes Agunos, Public Health Agency of Canada
***FSQ111
Rationale-based mitigation of relevant Campylobacter jejuni strains within the broiler production continuumDouglas Inglis, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
***FSQ113
Bacteriophage intervention during poultry carcass chilling and packaging to control Campylobacter and Salmonella contaminationHany Anany, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
***FSQ114
Mitigation of intestinal inflammation for poultry and production healthDouglas Inglis, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Novel Feedstuffs
Program DetailsNFS028
Distillers dried grains with solubles (DDGS) as a potential source of immunostimulatory and growth promoting activity for poultryBogdan Slominski, University of Manitoba
NFS042
Nutritive Evaluation of Cold-Pressed Meals for Broiler ChickensDerek Anderson, Nova Scotia Agricultural College
NFS044
The economic advantages of processing on feed value of alternative ingredients for turkeysTom Scott, University of Saskatchewan
Poultry Welfare & Behaviour
Program DetailsPWB017
Engineering, animal welfare and meat quality considerations of broiler transportation in a heated and ventilated vehicleTrever Crowe, University of Saskatchewan
PWB018
Improving welfare for beak trimmed hens through reducing variability and technology transferHank Classen, University of Saskatchewan
PWB019
Effect of lighting programs on leg weakness and bird welfare in modern commercial broilersHank Classen, University of Saskatchewan
PWB020
Evaluation of alternative methods of euthanasia for cull turkeysTina Widowski, University of Guelph
PWB021
Impact of ammonia on welfare of laying hens, and implications for the environmentSteve Leeson and Tina Widowski, University of Guelph
*PWB039
Maintaining leg and bone structure in commercial poultryDoug Korver, University of Alberta
*PWB040
Assessing the behaviour and welfare of broiler breeders using alternative feeding strategiesStephanie Torrey, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (at University of Guelph)
*PWB041
Implications of toe clipping on the welfare of commercial turkeysHank Classen, University of Saskatchewan
PWB050
Investigating methods of assessing bird wetness as a means to determine fitness for transportTrever Crowe, University of Saskatchewan
PWB051
Daylength and its impact on turkey welfare and productivityHank Classen, University of Saskatchewan
PWB052
Identification of risk factors during broiler transportation that influence injury and mortalityMichael Cockram, University of Prince Edward Island
PWB054
Is feather pecking in turkeys related to genetics and activity levels?Ben Wood, University of Guelph/ Hybrid Turkeys
**PWB069
Epigenetic transfer of behaviour and stress susceptibility in the laying hens: Influence of rearing and housing of different strains of parent stock on offspring phenotypeTina Widowski, University of Guelph
**PWB070
Development of flight and locomotion in laying hensAlexandra Harlander-Matauschek, University of Guelph
**PWB071
Improving foot pad quality in commercial broilers: benchmarking and practical strategiesClover Bench, University of Alberta
**PWB072
Study of the impact of various stocking densities on the performance, health and welfare of turkey broilers and heavy turkeysKaren Schwean-Lardner, University of Saskatchewan
**PWB073
The influence of extreme temperature on turkey physiology, welfare, and meat qualityTrever Crowe, University of Saskatchewan
**PWB075
Impact of ammonia on the welfare of poultryAlexandra Harlander-Matauschek, University of Guelph
PWB078
Optimizing Lighting for Precision Broiler Breeder FeedingMartin Zuidhof, University of Alberta and Grégoy Bédécarrats, University of Guelph
PWB079
Assessing methods for on-farm euthanasia of turkeys, chickens, breeders, and layersTina Widowski, University of Guelph
PWB080
Alternative feeding strategies for broiler breedersTina Widowski, University of Guelph
PWB084
Does infrared beak treatment Impact young pullets – behaviour, water consumption, and ability to peck?Karen Schwean-Lardner, University of Saskatchewan
PWB089
Evaluation of Rapid Diagnostic Assay for Avian Influenza to the Point of Care SettingSuresh Neethirajan, University of Guelph
PWB091
Determining the potential conservation and regeneration of chicken and turkey breeds using adult gonadal tissueCarl Lessard, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
PWB094
Nutritional means to enhance skeletal development in pullets and subsequent effects on layers productivity, bone health, and welfareElijah Kiarie, University of Guelph
PWB098
Effect of barn sanitation on innate immunity, performance, microbiological and processing traits of commercial broilersDoug Korver, University of Alberta
PWB101
Lighting during incubation in combination with sanitation of hatching eggs with antimicrobial proteinsBruce Rathgeber, Dalhousie University
***PWB115
The impact of stocking density on performance, health, and welfare of turkey hensKaren Schwean-Lardner, University of Saskatchewan
***PWB116
Towards the determination of the level of dietary phosphorus and calcium in pullets and laying hens that will optimize body mineral status, maximize the performance, longevity, welfare and the industry sustainabilityMarie-Pierre Létourneau Montminy, Laval University
***PWB117
Identifying developmental determinants of successful behavioural adaptation and musculoskeletal health of egg-laying hensTina Widowski, University of Guelph
Ad hoc
Program DetailsAGA010
Cryopreservation of Canada’s Remaining Avian GermplasmFred Silversides, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
AGA031
Cryogenic storage and efficient recovery of avian genetic materialFred Silversides, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
CTM022
Use of dietary thyroxine as an alternative molting procedure in turkey breeder hensGrégoy Bédécarrats, University of Guelph
UAB005
The impact of timing of protein intake and growth patterns on reproductive efficiency in broiler breeder femalesFrank Robinson, University of Alberta
UAB055
Effect of incubator temperature and breeder flock age in two broiler strains on embryonic overheatingDoug Korver, University of Alberta
UAB057
Establishing a production system for long-chain ω-3 PUFA Enrichment of table eggs using a novel high-stearidonic acid flaxDoug Korver, University of Alberta
UAB085
Lifetime productivity of precision- and conventionally-fed broiler breedersMartin Zuidhof, University of Alberta
KTT
Program Details***KTT121
Knowledge and technology transfer of poultry cluster research discoveriesPoultry Industry Council