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The Equine Science Program at Tarleton State University is dedicated to advancing knowledge across a broad range of equine-related disciplines. Faculty and students engage in research on topics including reproductive physiology, assisted reproductive technologies, nutrition, stress physiology, equine assisted services, exercise physiology, and other key areas impacting equine health and performance. The program emphasizes applied research and frequently collaborates with industry partners to ensure its work addresses real-world challenges in the equine industry. Through these efforts, the program contributes to both scientific discovery and the practical improvement of equine care and management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kimberly Guay, Ph.D. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Equine Science<\/em>s<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Trinette Jones, Ph.D.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Equine Nutrition & Feed Management<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jessica Leatherwood, Ph.D.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Equine Nutrition & Physiology<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Rafael Martinez, Ph.D.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Equine Reproduction & Assisted Reproductive Technologies<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Ellen Rankins, Ph.D. <\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Equine Assisted Services & Welfare<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Tarleton State Equine Science Research<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Journal of Animal Science<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PSIII-11 Long-term effects of intra-articular lipopolysaccharide on markers of inflammation and cartilage metabolism in young Quarter Horses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PSI-18 Intra-articular triamcinolone acetonide administration does not affect microbial culture or synovial fluid volume in young, exercising Quarter Horses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PSVI-12 Clodronate does not impact bone optical density or lameness in juvenile, exercised Quarter Horses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PSV-4 Clodronate re-release in response to controlled exercise and bone stressors in juvenile horses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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