About the Candidate
Dr. Jinsu Hong
Dr. Jinsu Hong is a Researcher in the Department of Animal Science at the University of Minnesota, where he focuses on monogastric animal nutrition and production to improve animal productivity, health, and environmental sustainability in livestock production systems. His expertise includes utilizing sustainable feed ingredients and agro-industrial byproducts in swine and poultry diets, as well as assessing life cycle assessments (LCA) and sustainability values of these feed ingredients. Dr. Hong also examines the environmental impact of nutritional strategies in livestock production systems within agricultural and food supply systems. His research integrates nutritional physiology with systems-level thinking to optimize animal performance while minimizing ecological footprints. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Hong aims to develop innovative nutrient management practices that support circular agriculture and One Health. He is committed to advancing resilient and sustainable food animal systems through research, education, and global partnerships
Research Seminar Details
This research seminar presents a vision for non-ruminant nutrition and nutrient management program through interdisciplinary research, innovation, and collaboration. Drawing on experiences from graduate and postdoctoral programs, current research program, and future research plans at Purdue University, it outlines short- and long-term research goals, funding strategies, and industry partnerships. Emphasis will be placed on sustainable livestock production systems to improve animal productivity and health, environmental stewardship, and One Health.
Teaching Seminar Details
This seminar outlines Dr. Hong's teaching philosophy, shaped by experience in undergraduate and graduate Animal Science classes. It emphasizes student-centered teaching strategies, hands-on learning, and mentoring practices that actively engage students with real-world applications in the Animal Science field. It will also share how he instructs undergraduate and graduate students to become future global leaders and experts ready to lead the livestock and agriculture industries globally.