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Dr Anne Beasley
Dr

Anne Beasley

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Overview

Background

Anne is a Senior Lecturer in Animal Science and Production with a diverse range of research interests spanning parasitology, immunology, endocrinology, and nutrition. Her academic journey began in Equine Science before expanding into Agricultural Science, providing a broad foundation for her current work. Anne’s PhD research focused on the physiological mechanisms underlying periparturient relaxation of immunity to gastrointestinal worms in sheep, a multidisciplinary topic that sparked her ongoing interest in host-parasite interactions. During her postdoctoral research, she contributed to projects on anthelmintic resistance in key equine and cattle parasites and the development of molecular diagnostic tools. Her current research continues to advance equine parasitology through student supervision and industry collaboration, while also expanding into small ruminant parasite management, nutrition, production, and methane emissions. With a strong industry focus, Anne is committed to producing practical research outcomes that enhance the management of horses and livestock.

Availability

Dr Anne Beasley is:
Available for supervision
Media expert

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Agricultural Science, The University of Queensland
  • Doctor of Philosophy, University of New England Australia

Research interests

  • Parasite epidemiology (equine and livestock)

  • Parasite diagnostics

  • Anthelmintic resistance

Research impacts

Anne’s research has made a tangible impact on the Australian livestock and equine industries, directly influencing parasite management practices and informing industry-wide guidelines.

  • Shaping Industry Standards – Anne’s work has contributed to the development of Australia’s first industry guidelines for internal parasite management in horses. These guidelines provide evidence-based recommendations that support sustainable parasite control, helping to prolong the effectiveness of anthelmintic treatments and improve equine health.

  • Delivering Practical Solutions for Equine Managers – Through collaborative research, Anne has provided equine managers with critical insights into parasite intensities and the efficacy of available anthelmintic products. This work has directly informed parasite control strategies, enabling more effective treatment decisions and reducing the risk of resistance development.

  • Supporting Australian Goat Producers – Anne’s research has delivered direct benefits to the Australian goat industry by mapping parasite distributions and assessing the efficacy of anthelmintic treatments. These findings have helped producers optimise parasite control programs, improving animal health, productivity, and sustainability in small ruminant farming.

Through close collaboration with industry stakeholders, Anne ensures her research translates into meaningful, real-world applications that enhance livestock management and long-term sustainability.

Works

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26 works between 2010 and 2025

1 - 20 of 26 works

2025

Journal Article

Australian guidelines for equine internal parasite management

Beasley, A., Abbas, G., Hughes, K., El-Hage, C., Jacobson, C., Bauquier, J., Wilkes, E., Carrigan, P., Cudmore, L., Hurley, J., Beveridge, I., Nielsen, M. and Jabbar, A. (2025). Australian guidelines for equine internal parasite management. Australian Veterinary Journal, 103 (4), 151-158. doi: 10.1111/avj.13424

Australian guidelines for equine internal parasite management

2024

Journal Article

Worm control practices used by Thoroughbred horse managers in Australia: A national survey

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Bauquier, Jenni, Beasley, Anne, Jacobson, Caroline, El-Hage, Charles, Wilkes, Edwina J.A., Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Hurley, John, Beveridge, Ian, Nielsen, Martin K., Hughes, Kristopher J., Stevenson, Mark A. and Jabbar, Abdul (2024). Worm control practices used by Thoroughbred horse managers in Australia: A national survey. Veterinary Parasitology, 327 110116. doi: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2024.110116

Worm control practices used by Thoroughbred horse managers in Australia: A national survey

2024

Journal Article

A national survey of anthelmintic resistance in ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, McConnell, Emma, Beasley, Anne, Bauquier, Jenni, Wilkes, Edwina J.A., El-Hage, Charles, Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Hurley, John, Gauci, Charles G., Beveridge, Ian, Ling, Elysia, Jacobson, Caroline, Stevenson, Mark A., Nielsen, Martin K., Hughes, Kristopher J. and Jabbar, Abdul (2024). A national survey of anthelmintic resistance in ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses. International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 24 100517, 1-16. doi: 10.1016/j.ijpddr.2023.11.006

A national survey of anthelmintic resistance in ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses

2024

Journal Article

Understanding temporal and spatial distribution of intestinal nematodes of horses using faecal egg counts and DNA metabarcoding

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, Beasley, Anne, Stevenson, Mark A., Bauquier, Jenni, Koehler, Anson V., Wilkes, Edwina J.A., McConnell, Emma, El-Hage, Charles, Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Hurley, John, Gauci, Charles G., Beveridge, Ian, Jacobson, Caroline, Nielsen, Martin K., Hughes, Kristopher J. and Jabbar, Abdul (2024). Understanding temporal and spatial distribution of intestinal nematodes of horses using faecal egg counts and DNA metabarcoding. Veterinary Parasitology, 325 110094, 1-16. doi: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2023.110094

Understanding temporal and spatial distribution of intestinal nematodes of horses using faecal egg counts and DNA metabarcoding

2023

Journal Article

Assessment of worm control practices recommended by equine veterinarians in Australia

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Stevenson, Mark A., Bauquier, Jenni, Beasley, Anne, Jacobson, Caroline, El-Hage, Charles, Wilkes, Edwina J. A., Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Hurley, John, Beveridge, Ian, Nielsen, Martin K., Hughes, Kristopher J. and Jabbar, Abdul (2023). Assessment of worm control practices recommended by equine veterinarians in Australia. Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 10 1305360, 1-14. doi: 10.3389/fvets.2023.1305360

Assessment of worm control practices recommended by equine veterinarians in Australia

2023

Journal Article

Prevalence and diversity of ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses using next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic tools

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, Bauquier, Jenni, Beasley, Anne, Ling, Elysia, Gauci, Charles G., El-Hage, Charles, Wilkes, Edwina J.A., McConnell, Emma, Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Hurley, John, Beveridge, Ian, Nielsen, Martin K., Stevenson, Mark A., Jacobson, Caroline, Hughes, Kristopher J. and Jabbar, Abdul (2023). Prevalence and diversity of ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses using next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic tools. Veterinary Parasitology, 323 110048, 1-16. doi: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2023.110048

Prevalence and diversity of ascarid and strongylid nematodes in Australian Thoroughbred horses using next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic tools

2023

Journal Article

Egg reappearance periods of anthelmintics against equine cyathostomins: the state of play revisited

Macdonald, Stephanie L., Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, Gauci, Charles G., Bauquier, Jenni, El-Hage, Charles, Tennent-Brown, Brett, Wilkes, Edwina J. A., Beasley, Anne, Jacobson, Caroline, Cudmore, Lucy, Carrigan, Peter, Hurley, John, Beveridge, Ian, Hughes, Kristopher J., Nielsen, Martin K. and Jabbar, Abdul (2023). Egg reappearance periods of anthelmintics against equine cyathostomins: the state of play revisited. International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 21, 28-39. doi: 10.1016/j.ijpddr.2022.12.002

Egg reappearance periods of anthelmintics against equine cyathostomins: the state of play revisited

2023

Journal Article

State of the art and the future of fecal analysis using infrared spectroscopy

Kho, Elise A., Fernandes, Jill N., Tilbrook, Alan J., Fox, Glen P., Sikulu-Lord, Maggy T., Kotze, Andrew C., Beasley, Anne M., James, Peter J., Tolleson, Douglas R. and Cozzolino, Daniel (2023). State of the art and the future of fecal analysis using infrared spectroscopy. Applied Spectroscopy Reviews, 58 (10), 755-785. doi: 10.1080/05704928.2022.2143795

State of the art and the future of fecal analysis using infrared spectroscopy

2023

Journal Article

Molecular diagnostics for gastrointestinal helminths in equids: past, present and future

Ghafar, Abdul, Abbas, Ghazanfar, Beasley, Anne, Bauquier, Jenni, Wilkes, Edwina J.A., Jacobson, Caroline, McConnell, Emma, El-Hage, Charles, Carrigan, Peter, Cudmore, Lucy, Tennent-Brown, Brett, Hurley, John, Nielsen, Martin K., Gauci, Charles G., Beveridge, Ian, Hughes, Kristopher J. and Jabbar, Abdul (2023). Molecular diagnostics for gastrointestinal helminths in equids: past, present and future. Veterinary Parasitology, 313 109851, 109851. doi: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2022.109851

Molecular diagnostics for gastrointestinal helminths in equids: past, present and future

2022

Journal Article

Liveweight gain and metabolisable energy requirements of young entire male Australian Rangeland goats in response to supplementation

Leo-Penu, C. L. O., Beasley, A. M., Poppi, D. P., Norton, B. W., Eyre, K. E., McLennan, S. R. and Quigley, S. P. (2022). Liveweight gain and metabolisable energy requirements of young entire male Australian Rangeland goats in response to supplementation. Animal Production Science, 62 (11), 1020-1028. doi: 10.1071/an21509

Liveweight gain and metabolisable energy requirements of young entire male Australian Rangeland goats in response to supplementation

2021

Journal Article

Cyathostomin resistance to moxidectin and combinations of anthelmintics in Australian horses

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, Hurley, John, Bauquier, Jenni, Beasley, Anne, Wilkes, Edwina J. A., Jacobson, Caroline, El-Hage, Charles, Cudmore, Lucy, Carrigan, Peter, Tennent-Brown, Brett, Gauci, Charles G., Nielsen, Martin K., Hughes, Kristopher J., Beveridge, Ian and Jabbar, Abdul (2021). Cyathostomin resistance to moxidectin and combinations of anthelmintics in Australian horses. Parasites and Vectors, 14 (1) 597, 597. doi: 10.1186/s13071-021-05103-8

Cyathostomin resistance to moxidectin and combinations of anthelmintics in Australian horses

2021

Journal Article

Molecular detection of Strongyloides sp. in Australian Thoroughbred foals

Abbas, Ghazanfar, Ghafar, Abdul, Koehler, Anson V., Bauquier, Jenni, Wilkes, Edwina J. A., Jacobson, Caroline, Beasley, Anne, Hurley, John, Cudmore, Lucy, Carrigan, Peter, Tennent-Brown, Brett, El-Hage, Charles, Nielsen, Martin K., Gauci, Charles G., Hughes, Kristopher J., Beveridge, Ian and Jabbar, Abdul (2021). Molecular detection of Strongyloides sp. in Australian Thoroughbred foals. Parasites and Vectors, 14 (1) 444, 1-7. doi: 10.1186/s13071-021-04966-1

Molecular detection of Strongyloides sp. in Australian Thoroughbred foals

2021

Journal Article

Comparative studies on faecal egg counting techniques used for the detection of gastrointestinal parasites of equines: a systematic review

Ghafar, Abdul, Abbas, Ghazanfar, King, Justine, Jacobson, Caroline, Hughes, Kristopher J., El-Hage, Charles, Beasley, Anne, Bauquier, Jenni, Wilkes, Edwina J.A., Hurley, John, Cudmore, Lucy, Carrigan, Peter, Tennent-Brown, Brett, Nielsen, Martin K., Gauci, Charles G., Beveridge, Ian and Jabbar, Abdul (2021). Comparative studies on faecal egg counting techniques used for the detection of gastrointestinal parasites of equines: a systematic review. Current Research in Parasitology and Vector-Borne Diseases, 1 100046, 100046-1. doi: 10.1016/j.crpvbd.2021.100046

Comparative studies on faecal egg counting techniques used for the detection of gastrointestinal parasites of equines: a systematic review

2020

Journal Article

Influence of environmental factors on the detection of blood in sheep faeces using visible-near-infrared spectroscopy as a measure of Haemonchus contortus infection

Kho, Elise A., Fernandes, Jill N., Kotze, Andrew C., Fox, Glen P., Sikulu-Lord, Maggy T., Beasley, Anne M., Moore, Stephen S. and James, Peter J. (2020). Influence of environmental factors on the detection of blood in sheep faeces using visible-near-infrared spectroscopy as a measure of Haemonchus contortus infection. Parasites and Vectors, 13 (1) 591, 591. doi: 10.1186/s13071-020-04468-6

Influence of environmental factors on the detection of blood in sheep faeces using visible-near-infrared spectroscopy as a measure of Haemonchus contortus infection

2020

Journal Article

Visible-near infrared spectroscopy for detection of blood in sheep faeces

Kho, Elise A., Fernandes, Jill N., Kotze, Andrew C., Fox, Glen P., Lord, Maggy, Beasley, Anne M., Moore, Stephen S. and James, Peter J. (2020). Visible-near infrared spectroscopy for detection of blood in sheep faeces. Journal of Near Infrared Spectroscopy, 28 (5-6), 255-266. doi: 10.1177/0967033520927519

Visible-near infrared spectroscopy for detection of blood in sheep faeces

2020

Journal Article

Equine helminth prevalence and management practices on Australian properties as shown by coprological survey and written questionnaire

Beasley, A. M., Kotze, A. C., Barnes, T. S. and Coleman, G. T. (2020). Equine helminth prevalence and management practices on Australian properties as shown by coprological survey and written questionnaire. Animal Production Science, 60 (18), 2131-2144. doi: 10.1071/AN18378

Equine helminth prevalence and management practices on Australian properties as shown by coprological survey and written questionnaire

2020

Journal Article

Detection of Haemonchus contortus nematode eggs in sheep faeces using near and mid-infrared spectroscopy

Kho, Elise A., Fernandes, Jill N., Kotze, Andrew C., Sikulu-Lord, Maggy T., Fox, Glen P., Beasley, Anne M., Moore, Stephen S. and James, Peter J. (2020). Detection of Haemonchus contortus nematode eggs in sheep faeces using near and mid-infrared spectroscopy. Journal of Near Infrared Spectroscopy, 28 (5-6), 096703352092449-254. doi: 10.1177/0967033520924491

Detection of Haemonchus contortus nematode eggs in sheep faeces using near and mid-infrared spectroscopy

2020

Conference Publication

Shining a light on Haemonchus contortus in sheep

Kho, Elise, Fernandes, Jill, Kotze, Andrew, Lord, Maggy, Fox, Glen, Beasley, Anne, Moore, Stephen and James, Peter (2020). Shining a light on Haemonchus contortus in sheep. 3rd International Tropical Agriculture Conference (TROPAG 2019), Brisbane, Australia, 11–13 November 2019. Basel, Switzerland: MDPI. doi: 10.3390/proceedings2019036138

Shining a light on Haemonchus contortus in sheep

2019

Journal Article

Systematic review of gastrointestinal nematodes of horses from Australia

Saeed, Muhammad A., Beveridge, Ian, Abbas, Ghazanfar, Beasley, Anne, Bauquier, Jenni, Wilkes, Edwina, Jacobson, Caroline, Hughes, Kris J., El-Hage, Charles, O'Handley, Ryan, Hurley, John, Cudmore, Lucy, Carrigan, Peter, Walter, Lisa, Tennent-Brown, Brett, Nielsen, Martin K. and Jabbar, Abdul (2019). Systematic review of gastrointestinal nematodes of horses from Australia. Parasites and Vectors, 12 (1) 188, 188. doi: 10.1186/s13071-019-3445-4

Systematic review of gastrointestinal nematodes of horses from Australia

2017

Journal Article

Adaptation of a 96-well plate larval migration inhibition test for measuring the sensitivity of cyathostomins to macrocyclic lactone anthelmintics

Beasley, A. M., Coleman, G. T. and Kotze, A. C. (2017). Adaptation of a 96-well plate larval migration inhibition test for measuring the sensitivity of cyathostomins to macrocyclic lactone anthelmintics. Veterinary Parasitology, 245, 55-61. doi: 10.1016/j.vetpar.2017.08.010

Adaptation of a 96-well plate larval migration inhibition test for measuring the sensitivity of cyathostomins to macrocyclic lactone anthelmintics

Funding

Current funding

  • 2024 - 2029
    Effect of daily in feed provision of Megasphaera elsdenii on performance, health and carecase characteristics of Australian feedlot cattle
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2024 - 2026
    Optimising Australian feedlot cattle performance and reducing emissions with a low dose of 3-NOP
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2024 - 2025
    In vivo rumen testing of feed additives
    Number 8 Bio Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2023 - 2026
    Goat Industry - Sustainability Credentials Project
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2027
    Quantifying and improving goat reproductive performance and reducing kid loss
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2028
    Donation to support the research of SAFS Equine Science Research Group
    The Maria Vasas Foundation
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2020 - 2022
    Screening feed additives for methane mitigation using in vitro studies
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2021
    Development of an online learning module on re-education and re-homing of retired thoroughbred and standardbred race horses
    Racing Animal Welfare Grant
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2015
    Marcrocyclic lactone resistance in Australian horses
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2013
    Cyathostomin species diversity in Australian wild horse populations using a novel Reverse Line Blot Hybridization Assay
    UQ New Staff Research Start-Up Fund
    Open grant

Supervision

Availability

Dr Anne Beasley is:
Available for supervision

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Available projects

  • Epidemiology of equine cyathostomins (small strongyles)

    Climatic effects on the development and survival of free-living stages of the cyathostomin life cycle

Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Gastrointestinal nematode infections in Australian meat goats - investigations of infection intensity, anthelmintic resistance and host immunity

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Gastrointestinal nematode infections in Australian meat goats; investigations of infection intensity, anthelmintic resistance and host immunity.

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Redirection of hydrogen from low emitting ruminants

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Investigation of an anti-methanogenic supplement in ruminant livestock

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Effect of physiological status on goat methane emissions

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Angela Lees, Professor Louw Hoffman, Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Extrinsic and intrinsic factors that influence the meat quality of goat fresh meat and products.

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Nick Hudson, Dr Angela Lees, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Louw Hoffman

Completed supervision

Media

Enquiries

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  • drench resistance
  • goat parasites
  • horse parasites
  • parasites
  • parasitology
  • sheep parasites

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