August 3, 2018

Novus names Dr. Lisa Bielke as 2018 Outstanding Scholar

Press release

Novus International, Inc. announced that Dr. Lisa R. Bielke, professor of animal sciences at Ohio State University, was recognised as the 2018 Novus Outstanding Scholar at the Poultry Science Association (PSA) annual meeting.

This prestigious award is given to an individual who serves as an exemplary scholar in her area of expertise who has made significant contributions to the industry through her work. The selection is organised by Novus's industry-leading research and development and technical service teams.

"Lisa's research has been instrumental in shaping the future of multiple areas of poultry health and nutrition," Mercedes Vazquez-Anon, senior director of animal nutrition and facilities at Novus said. "I am honoured to recognise her for this award as it is truly well-deserved."

As a faculty member of Ohio State University, Bielke focuses her current research on poultry health with emphasis on enteric diseases and the ante-mortem control of food pathogens, including projects developing vaccine technologies, probiotics and creating tools and assays to better assess gastrointestinal challenges.

"Poultry are an important food supply for the world, and health is a major factor that contributes to ensuring it remains an affordable and efficient source of protein around the globe," said Bielke. "Research that contributes to improving flock health is essential for the industry and will help it continue to grow."

Bielke's research collaborations have resulted in numerous commercial vaccines for hard-to-treat diseases such as Salmonella, Camplyobacter, Eimeria, avian influenza and necrotic enteritis. Many of these vaccines were developed for delivery orally, making them more accessible to broiler and turkey production.

For more information about Novus's PSA research presentations and other event details, visit the Novus PSA 2018 webpage, http://www.novusint.com/en-us/Events/psa2018.