Throughout history, domestic livestock (cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry and horses) have provided humans with a major source of food, fiber, pleasure and companionship. Over the last century, advances in animal feeding, breeding, reproduction and management techniques occurred simultaneously with improvement in other agricultural practices.
The rate of technological innovations in animal agriculture has accelerated in the last 20 years. Computers are revolutionizing animal production, research and marketing capabilities. Alternate feed sources have been identified; estrus synchronizing agents have been discovered; embryo transfer techniques have been developed; and new growth promoting compounds are being tested. Molecular geneticists are beginning to unravel the complexities of mammalian genes and the field of biotechnology has been born. Immunology and studies of animal behavior offer new insight into ways of enhancing animal efficiency.
Department of Animal Science offers outstanding opportunities for study at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, resulting in degrees that leave our students in an excellent position to choose their own future.The mission of the Department of Animal Sciences is as follows:
The Isfahan University of Technology, Department of Animal Sciences provides leadership and inspiration to educate individuals to anticipate and effectively respond to challenges facing the global animal industries. Animal Sciences facilitates scientific research and technology transfer for efficient and sustainable production of high quality animal products with optimal animal well-being, enhancement of the human diet, and advancement of sound environmental practices.
