Professor John Gaughan
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John Gaughan

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Background

John is a Professor in the School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability at The University of Queensland, Gatton, Australia. John has 178 publications, in the areas of; impacts of harsh climatic conditions on livestock, physiological responses to heat stress, modeling the impact of climate change on animal production (beef, dairy, sheep), animal welfare and ruminant nutrition. He is part of an international team which has recently developed new thermal stress indices for livestock, a heat stress risk assessment model for feedlot cattle, and is currently developing a heat stress risk assessment model for dairy cows, horses and working dogs. His worked has largely focused on gaining an understanding of animal’s physiological responses to acute and chronic heat stress, the development strategies to ameliorate the impact of high heat load, and the likely impact of future climatic conditions on animals (domestic and wildlife). John is also part of a team investigating greenhouse gas abatement strategies for cattle, and has on-going collaborative projects with colleagues in the USA and India.

Availability

Professor John Gaughan is:
Not available for supervision
Media expert

Fields of research

Agricultural, Veterinary and Food Sciences

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Applied Science, unknown
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Management, University of New England Australia
  • Masters (Research) of Agricultural Studies, The University of Queensland
  • Doctor of Philosophy of Animal Science, The University of Queensland

Search Professor John Gaughan’s works on UQ eSpace

214 works between 1994 and 2024
All (214) Journal Article (99) Book Chapter (26) Conference Publication (81) Other Outputs (7) Edited Outputs (1)

201 - 214 of 214 works

1999

Conference Publication

Management practices for feedlot cattle exposed to adverse climatic conditions

Mader, T. L., Hahn, G. L., Gaughan, J. B. and Holt, S. (1999). Management practices for feedlot cattle exposed to adverse climatic conditions. Biometeorology and Urban Climatology at Turn of Millenium, Sydney, 8-12 November 1999. Sydney: Macquarie University.

Management practices for feedlot cattle exposed to adverse climatic conditions

1999

Conference Publication

Heat waves and their impacts on feedlot cattle

Mader, T. L., Hahn, G. L., Gaughan, J. B., Hu, Q. X. and Nienaber, J. A. (1999). Heat waves and their impacts on feedlot cattle. Biometeorology and Urgan Climatology at the turn of the millm, Sydney, 8 - 12 November 1999. Sydney: Macquarie Univ..

Heat waves and their impacts on feedlot cattle

1999

Journal Article

Feedlot diet roughage level for Hereford cattle exposed to excessive heat load

Mader, T. L., Gaughan, J. B. and Young, B. (1999). Feedlot diet roughage level for Hereford cattle exposed to excessive heat load. The Professional Animal Scientist, 15, 53-62.

Feedlot diet roughage level for Hereford cattle exposed to excessive heat load

1999

Conference Publication

Fat sources for weaner pigs

Gaughan, JB (1999). Fat sources for weaner pigs. 7th Biennial Conference of the Australasian-Pig-Science-Association, Adelaide Australia, Nov 28-Dec 01, 1999. WERRIBEE: AUSTRALASIAN PIG SCIENCE ASSOC.

Fat sources for weaner pigs

1999

Conference Publication

Fat sources for weaner pigs

Gaughan, J. B. (1999). Fat sources for weaner pigs. Seventh Biennial Conference of Australasian Pig Science Association, Adelaide, SA Australia, 28 November - 1 December 1999. Werribee, VIC Australia: Australasian Pig Science Association.

Fat sources for weaner pigs

1999

Journal Article

Shade and wind barrier effects on summertime feedlot cattle performance

Mader, T. L., Dahlquist, J. M., Hahn, G. L. and Gaughan, J. B. (1999). Shade and wind barrier effects on summertime feedlot cattle performance. Journal of Animal Science, 77 (8), 2065-2072. doi: 10.2527/1999.7782065x

Shade and wind barrier effects on summertime feedlot cattle performance

1999

Conference Publication

Restricting feed intake of feedlot steers during summer

Cowan, R. T., Gaughan, J. B., Holt, S., Lisle, A. T. and Mader, T. L. (1999). Restricting feed intake of feedlot steers during summer. American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting (ASAS99), Indianapolis, USA, July 1999. USA: American Society of Animal Science.

Restricting feed intake of feedlot steers during summer

1998

Journal Article

Shade preferences of lactating Holstein-Friesian cows

Gaughan, JB, Goodwin, PJ, Schoorl, TA, Young, BA, Imbeah, M, Mader, TL and Hall, A (1998). Shade preferences of lactating Holstein-Friesian cows. Australian Journal of Experimental Agriculture, 38 (1), 17-21. doi: 10.1071/EA97039

Shade preferences of lactating Holstein-Friesian cows

1997

Journal Article

Effect of body composition at selection on reproductive development in large white gilts

Gaughan, J.B., Cameron, R.D.A., Dryden, G.M. and Young, B.A. (1997). Effect of body composition at selection on reproductive development in large white gilts. Journal of Animal Science, 75 (7), 1764-1772. doi: 10.2527/1997.7571764x

Effect of body composition at selection on reproductive development in large white gilts

1997

Conference Publication

Shade type selection by Holstein-Friesian dairy cows

Goodwin, PJ, Gaughan, JB, Schoorl, TA, Young, BA and Hall, A (1997). Shade type selection by Holstein-Friesian dairy cows. 5th International Symposium on Livestock Environment (ILES V), Bloomington Mn, May 29-31, 1997. ST JOSEPH: AMER SOC AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS.

Shade type selection by Holstein-Friesian dairy cows

1997

Journal Article

Wind Protection Effects and Airflow Patterns in Outside Feedlots

Mader, T. L., Dahlquist, J. M. and Gaughan, J. B. (1997). Wind Protection Effects and Airflow Patterns in Outside Feedlots. Journal of Animal Science, 75 (1), 26-36. doi: 10.2527/1997.75126x

Wind Protection Effects and Airflow Patterns in Outside Feedlots

1997

Conference Publication

Identifying excessive heat load

Young, BA, Hall, AB, Goodwin, PJ and Gaughan, JB (1997). Identifying excessive heat load. 5th International Symposium on Livestock Environment (ILES V), Bloomington Mn, May 29-31, 1997. ST JOSEPH: AMER SOC AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS.

Identifying excessive heat load

1995

Journal Article

Effect of selection for leanness on overall reproductive performance in Large White sows

Gaughan, J.B., Cameron, R.D.A., Dryden, G. and Josey, M.J. (1995). Effect of selection for leanness on overall reproductive performance in Large White sows. Animal Science, 61 (3), 561-564. doi: 10.1017/S1357729800014144

Effect of selection for leanness on overall reproductive performance in Large White sows

1994

Conference Publication

Effect of Stocking Rate On Heart Rate and Performance of Feedlot Cattle

Gaughan, JB, Keenan, DM and Rowan, KJ (1994). Effect of Stocking Rate On Heart Rate and Performance of Feedlot Cattle. 20th Biennial Conference of the Australian-Society-of-Animal-Production - Animal Production in Australia, Perth Australia, Jul 04-08, 1994. WONGAN HILLS: AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY ANIMAL PROD.

Effect of Stocking Rate On Heart Rate and Performance of Feedlot Cattle

Current funding

  • 2023 - 2026
    Goat Industry - Sustainability Credentials Project
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2021 - 2026
    NB2: Assessing practical interventions to reduce calf wastage and herd mortality in northern systems
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant

Past funding

  • 2022 - 2023
    Evaluating the effects of AcidBuf on animal performance, rumen temperature, rumen pH and blood biomarkers of grain fed steers during a simulated heat wave and recovery
    Feedworks Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2023
    Effect of Bovaer on performance, health, and carcase characteristics of Australian feedlot cattle
    Integrated Animal Production
    Open grant
  • 2022 - 2024
    Reducing emissions of backgrounded cattle - combining Bovaer®10 with supplementation to reduce methane and increase productivity.
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2020 - 2024
    Heat tolerance (HT) in lactating sows: dietary strategies, metabolic biomarkers and microbiome signature
    Australasian Pork Research Institute Ltd
    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
  • 2019
    Evaluation of feedlot heat load model adjustments
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2021
    Investigation of new approaches to cooling cows experiencing increased heat loads
    Dairy Australia
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2019
    Evaluation of a heat load model for feedlot cattle
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2018
    Heat stress alleviation in feedlot steers by supplementing with OmniGen-AF
    Phibro Animal Health Research
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2018
    Determining temperature/humidity thresholds for sheep exported from Australia to the Middle East - Phase 2
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2020
    Biomanufacturing advanced animal feed supplements (AQIP 2016 project administered by Queensland University of Technology)
    Queensland University of Technology
    Open grant
  • 2017 - 2018
    Development of a pen prototype to assist in the mitigation of environmental stressors that have negative impacts on cattle health and metabolic efficiency
    SuKarne Agroinductrial SA de CV
    Open grant
  • 2015
    Feeding Eremophylla to cattle to reduce methane output
    Michael T Burgis & Associates
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2016
    Shade type assessment - beef feedlot (Sukarne)
    SuKarne Agroinductrial SA de CV
    Open grant
  • 2014 - 2017
    Reducing heat load - nightime feed intake, and strategic use of bedding
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2016
    Improving resilience against heat stress in dairy cows and pigs
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2017
    Behavioural and physiological adaptations to heat in the koala
    Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2017
    Determining temperature/humidity thresholds for sheep exported from Australia to the Middle East
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2013 - 2019
    Gut integrity and inflammation in heat stressed cattle (Meat and Livestock Australia grant administered by CSIRO)
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2014
    Impact of increased climate variability on feedlots (MLA project led by AusVet)
    AusVet Animal Health Services
    Open grant
  • 2012 - 2013
    Impact of night-time cooling on heat load in feedlot cattle
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2011 - 2013
    Development of assisted breeding techniques in the crocodile industry
    Rural Industries Research & Development Corporation
    Open grant
  • 2010 - 2012
    Amelioration of thermal stress impacts on animal performance and welfare in southern Australia dairy beef and sheep industries
    University of Melbourne
    Open grant
  • 2010
    Foss Kjedahl, Foss FibreCap, and ultra-low termperature freezer, to link traditional nutritional studies with molecular techniques
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2010
    New HPLC for the NRAVS Central Analytical Laboratory
    UQ Major Equipment and Infrastructure
    Open grant
  • 2008 - 2010
    Individual animal management for grazing beef cattle
    ARC Linkage Projects
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2009
    Assessment of Betaine and Glycerol as Ameliorants of Heat Load in Feedlot Cattle
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2007 - 2008
    Assessment of varying allocations of shade area for feedlot cattle (Stage 2)
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2006
    Validation of Heat Stress Model - MLA funded Project
    E. A. Systems Pty. Ltd.
    Open grant
  • 2005
    Upgrade of Biological Assumptions and Parameters used inthe HS risk Management Model Version 2.3
    Maunsell Holdings Pty Limited
    Open grant
  • 2005
    Validation of the Heat Load Index for use in the feedlot Industry
    E. A. Systems Pty. Ltd.
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2005
    Reducing the risk of heat load for the Australian feedlot industry
    E. A. Systems Pty. Ltd.
    Open grant
  • 2004 - 2006
    Development of welfare measures for cattle and sheep transported by ship
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2003
    Menefeed G150 Trial
    IAS Project Management
    Open grant
  • 2003 - 2004
    Wetting of Cattle to aleviate Heat Stress on Ships
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2003
    Refinement of the Heat Load Index Based on Animal Factors
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2003
    To Continue Collaboration On Heat Load In Feedlot Cattle
    UQ Travel Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2002
    The effect of Menefeed on weaner pigs
    IAS Project Management
    Open grant
  • 2001 - 2002
    Development of an Excessive Heat Load Index for use in the Australian Feedlot Industry
    Meat & Livestock Australia
    Open grant
  • 2001
    To continue collaborative research on heat load on cattle which has been underway since 1994
    UQ Travel Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 2000 - 2001
    The effect of BIOACTIVE on the growth performance of pigs
    Bioactive Technologies Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2000
    The effect of bovine blood plasma on the health and growth performance of weaner pigs
    Australian Meat Holdings Pty Ltd
    Open grant
  • 2000
    The effect protein protected cottonseed meal on the health and growth performance of growing cattle
    Mcinnes Group P/L
    Open grant
  • 2000
    Dynamic Responses of Cattle Exposed to Hot Conditions.
    UQ Foundation
    Open grant
  • 1999
    Travel Scheme for collaborative research by Dr J Gaughan at US Meat Animal Research Center, Clay Center Nebraska USA
    UQ Travel Grants Scheme
    Open grant
  • 1996 - 1997
    Health attributes of omega-3 enriched pork
    CSIRO
    Open grant
  • 1996 - 1998
    Effect of Porcomega (TM) fish meal supplement on the fatty acid profile of pig meat
    Bartlett Grain Pty Limited
    Open grant
  • 1996
    Collaboration at University of Lincoln, Concord Nebraska, USA
    UQ Travel Grants Scheme
    Open grant

Availability

Professor John Gaughan is:
Not available for supervision

Supervision history

Current supervision

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Investigation into the incidence of heat stress in protection and detection working dogs

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Rebeka Zsoldos

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Maternal-foetal programming of stress resilience in Merino sheep

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Professor Alan Tilbrook

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Evaluation of automated bunk management. Feedlot cattle performance

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Angela Lees, Dr Sarah Meale

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Investigation into the incidence of heat stress in protection and detection working dogs

    Principal Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Rebeka Zsoldos

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Understanding body temperature regulation in grazing cattle and the effects on production

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Angela Lees, Dr Kieren McCosker

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Improving the nitrogen efficiency in tropically adapted cattle

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Luis Prada e Silva

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Heat Tolerance (HT) in lactating sows: dietary strategies, metabolic biomarkers and microbiome signature

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro, Dr Elham Assadi Soumeh, Professor Eugeni Roura

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Improving the nitrogen efficiency in tropically adapted cattle

    Associate Advisor

    Other advisors: Associate Professor Luis Prada e Silva

  • Doctor Philosophy

    Probiotics, feed enzymes, and anti-inflamatory phytochemicals: impacts on rumen function and rruminant production

    Associate Advisor

Completed supervision

Enquiries

Contact Professor John Gaughan directly for media enquiries about:

  • Animal biometeorology
  • Animal ethics
  • Animal welfare - in farming
  • Beef cattle
  • Biometeorology - animals
  • Cattle - heat stress
  • Cows - heat stress
  • Dairy cattle
  • Drought and farming
  • Farming and drought
  • Heat stress - farm animals
  • Transportation of cattle
  • Welfare - of animals

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