Speakers: Brad White, DVM

Brad White, DVM

Professor, E.J. Frick Chair
Director Beef Cattle Institute
Kansas State University
College of Veterinary Medicine

 

Dr. Brad White is the E.J. Frick Chair and Professor at Kansas State University, where he also serves as Director of the Beef Cattle Institute. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Missouri–Columbia and a master’s degree from Mississippi State University. Prior to his academic career, Dr. White spent six years in mixed animal practice. His current work focuses on beef cattle teaching and research, with an emphasis on bovine respiratory disease. Dr. White is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Kansas Veterinary Medical Association, American Association of Bovine Practitioners, and the Academy of Veterinary Consultants.

 

AI in Animal Health Research: Challenges and Opportunities

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are rapidly transforming the landscape of animal health research. AI encompasses a variety of specific techniques including: predictive models, large language models (LLMs), machine-learning classifiers, computer-vision systems, and various other tools. This presentation describes how machine learning and AI have been incorporated into cattle health research using complementary tools to augment the scientific process. Examples of predictive models in behavioral monitoring, disease risk prediction, and disease prognosis will be discussed. Successful use of machine learning requires a clear target variable and well-designed project.