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January 20, 2023, Nairobi, Kenya – The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) Board of Trustees and CGIAR have appointed Professor Appolinaire Djikeng as Director General of ILRI and CGIAR Senior Director of Livestock-Based Systems.
Five-year, US$17.4m funding enables Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health to focus on bringing research-driven benefits to farmers in low- and middle-income countries.
From 22 to 27 May 2022, in collaboration with the Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI), CTLGH completed the third and last session of the GCRF-STARS programme.
A section of DNA found to protect native African cattle against East Coast fever could safeguard breeds introduced to the region.
Information on the genetic code of relevant species could help ensure more resilient and sustainable food production in Africa.
Free training available in animal quantitative genetics and genomics
Using genetic code information to understand the productivity of birds and helping women in disadvantaged communities.
Free online resource launched to help children learn how genetics can provide solutions in the real world.
New technology could contribute to improved climate resilience in cattle living in the tropics
Fresh understanding of a cattle bug offers potential to design novel drug interventions for a devastating condition.
Results will inform future breeding programmes and could lead to more productive and climate resilient birds
Online course impacts positivity at an individual, institutional and country level
Fellowship supports research to help improve dairy production in Africa
Online event highlights significant advances in poultry genomics research
Free online seminar will highlight the latest research to help improve the profitability and sustainability of small-holder poultry systems in sub-Saharan Africa.
Towards transforming the African livestock development outlook
Register now for free online training for early career researchers in Africa to develop their knowledge in bioinformatics and population genomics applied to livestock
CTLGH Director contributes to key discussions with top UK politicians ahead of COP 26.
Study suggests that precipitation has greater influence than altitude and temperature on adaptation of livestock populations
Online training courses will help those working in livestock genomics research in Africa.
Working to reduce poverty and hunger in Africa and promoting women in science
Gene-editing approach transfers beneficial genes between breeds to produce offspring with useful characteristics.
SciDev.Net recently published an interview with CTLGH Director Appolinaire Djikeng about the Centre’s work.
Genetic discovery could help develop cattle with resistance to bovine tuberculosis.
Work of CTLGH featured in new campaign highlighting scientific innovation and collaboration
Researchers annotate the new reference genome for sheep to support future research
Insight will help support development of healthier, more resilient and more productive poultry in the future
Scientists use ‘genomic time travel’ to show African pastoralists have used selective breeding for over 1,000 years
In this personal blog CTLGH Director Appolinaire Djikeng talks about why he believes that improving the genetics of livestock can help provide a pathway out of poverty for millions of families in low- and middle- income countries, and why the Centre’s work is very personal to him
Studying genetic sequences linked to beneficial traits can lead to improvements in tropical livestock development
New research has huge implications for tropical livestock productivity and health.
New technology will help safeguard valuable breeds and support research
Professor Appolinaire Djikeng, the Director of the Centre for Tropical Livestock Genetics and Health (CTLGH) has been awarded the International Nelson Mandela Justice Award by the UNESCO Center for Peace.
Centre shares its 10-year vision to support tropical livestock development and the lives of people who rely on them for food and income.
New database gives scientists easy access to extensive epidemiological and genomic data.
New findings about viral regions in the DNA of chickens could aid productivity for smallholder farms in developing countries.
German government announced it is supporting utilisation of ILRI laboratories and staff to offer more testing for Covid-19 in Kenya
Volunteer’s skills viewed as ‘indispensable’ by project leader
Online platform will help Scottish Government Covid-19 Advisory Group respond to the pandemic
A new CTLGH comic book inspires young people about the power of genetics and how it can provide solutions in the real world.
Two visiting scientists from Ethiopia reflect about their time at Roslin Institute in Edinburgh
Genomics workshop helps scientists play key role in boosting productivity of livestock systems in Africa
New study may have huge implications for tropical livestock production
Could a profit index help maximise dairy outputs and income from low-input farming systems in Rwanda?
How AWARD initiatives are strengthening the research, mentoring and leadership skills of female African scientists.
Reception at Scottish Parliament highlights University of Edinburgh’s international work on advancing gender equality in science.
Edinburgh research dialogue spurs ideas for collaboration and collective action
Double celebration for Centre working in sustainable tropical livestock development.
Centre launches ‘Five Year Highlights’ document highlighting the work it is doing to improve tropical livestock development through genetic gains.
CTLGH Director highlights benefits of improving livestock production through genetic gain at 2019 British Science Festival
CTLGH has received backing to achieve its aim to improve the health and productivity of poultry and cattle in developing countries.
