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Felipe Carvalho da Silva

Assistant Professor, Extension Beef Specialist

Polk 231C

Bio

The long-term goal of the Silva Lab is to improve reproductive efficiency in cattle operations
through the study of fetal-maternal interactions during the early stages of gestation thus
decreasing early pregnancy loss, sparing natural resources, and improving the economic viability
of the US cattle industry. His current research focuses on the effects of dietary fatty acids and
choline on embryonic elongation and maternal recognition of pregnancy. His primary extension
program aims to provide support to beef producers and extension personnel in the state of North
Carolina regarding reproductive management in beef operations.

Education
2019 – 2022 – Ph.D., Reproductive Biology, University of Florida
2016 – 2018 – M.S., Reproductive Physiology, North Dakota State University
2008 – 2013 – B.Vet.Med, Veterinary Medicine, Sao Paulo State University – Jaboticabal

Area of Expertise
Uterine Biology and Pregnancy
Reproductive Physiology
Beef Cattle Production

Publications

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