Overview
Background
Professor Eugeni Roura is a nutritionist with interests in digestive physiology and gut health, chemosensory science (including taste and smell) and transgenerational mechanisms relevant to chickens, pigs and humans. Eugeni holds a Veterinary and PhD degrees from the Autonomous University of Barcelona and a MPhil and post-doctoral appointments at the University of California (Davis). He developed a sixteen-year career in the feed and food industries before joining The University of Queensland (2010) where he currently leads the Nutrition & Chemosensory Science Group. The main current research areas in animal science include appetite modulation in chickens and pigs, nutrition interventions to boost embryonic/foetal development (including “in ovo”), and strategies to improve sustainability of chicken meat, egg and pork production. In human nutrition the focus is around food allergies and appendicitis. In 2011, Eugeni joined the UQ School of Biomedical Sciences as an Affiliated Lecturer. Since 2010 he has graduated 20 PhD students in Australia, published more than 100 peer-reviewed publications, and has been invited as keynote speaker to more than 50 national and international scientific meetings. He is currently serving as President of the World’s Poultry Science Association (Australia branch), Director of the AgriFutures Chicken Meat Consortium, and member of the National Committee for Nutrition (Australian Academy of Sciences), R&D and Education Committees of the Australasian Pork Research Institute Ltd., and the Federation of Oceania Nutrition Societies. He was the recipient of the Nutrition Society of Australia 2024 Medal award.
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Fields of research
Qualifications
- Licentiate of Veterinary Sciences, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
- Masters (Research) of Nutrition, University of California
- Doctor of Philosophy of Nutrition, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Research interests
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Nutrition and Digestive Physiology in humans and monogastric animals (pigs and poultry)
The discovery, description, and understanding of the function of nutrient sensing mechanisms present in the gastrointestinal tract from the oral cavity (including taste and smell) to the hindgut. In particular, the involvement of these chemosensory mechanisms on the gut-brain axis modulating digestion, gut health, and appetite. A specific research focus has evolved around transgenerational nutrition studying the early development of the digestive system in pig and chicken embryos including “in ovo” applications.
Works
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2014
Conference Publication
Expression of the nutrient sensor family Tas1R along the porcine gastrointestinal tract
Rzepus, M., Rzepus, M., De Jager, N. and Roura, E. (2014). Expression of the nutrient sensor family Tas1R along the porcine gastrointestinal tract. 22nd Congress of the European Chemoreception Research Organization (ECRO), Leuven, Belgium, 27-29 August 2013. Oxford, United Kingdom: Oxford University Press. doi: 10.1093/chemse/bjt055
2014
Journal Article
Feed preference in pigs: Relationship between cereal preference and nutrient composition and digestibility
Sola-Oriol D., Roura E. and Torrallardona D. (2014). Feed preference in pigs: Relationship between cereal preference and nutrient composition and digestibility. Journal of Animal Science, 92 (1), 220-228. doi: 10.2527/jas.2013-6791
2013
Journal Article
Expression, Regulation and Putative Nutrient-Sensing Function of Taste GPCRs in the Heart
Foster, Simon R., Porrello, Enzo R., Purdue, Brooke, Chan, Hsiu-Wen, Voigt, Anja, Frenzel, Sabine, Hannan, Ross D., Moritz, Karen M., Simmons, David G., Molenaar, Peter, Roura, Eugeni, Boehm, Ulrich, Meyerhof, Wolfgang and Thomas, Walter G. (2013). Expression, Regulation and Putative Nutrient-Sensing Function of Taste GPCRs in the Heart. PLoS ONE, 8 (5) e64579, e64579-1-e64579-10. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0064579
2013
Journal Article
The avian taste system: potential implications in poultry nutrition
Roura, E., Baldwin, M. W. and Klasing, K. C. (2013). The avian taste system: potential implications in poultry nutrition. Animal Feed Science and Technology, 180 (1-4), 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.anifeedsci.2012.11.001
2012
Journal Article
Molecular insights into glycogen alpha-particle formation
Sullivan, Mitchell A., O'Connor, Mitchell J., Umana, Felipe, Roura, Eugeni, Jack, Kevin, Stapleton, David I. and Gilbert, Robert G. (2012). Molecular insights into glycogen alpha-particle formation. Biomacromolecules, 13 (11), 3805-3813. doi: 10.1021/bm3012727
2012
Conference Publication
The avian taste system: a review
Roura, E., Baldwin, M. and Klasing, K. C. (2012). The avian taste system: a review. 23rd Annual Australian Poultry Science Symposium, Sydney, NSW, Australia, 19-22 February 2012. Sydney, NSW, Australia: Poultry Research Foundation.
2012
Conference Publication
Nutritional immunity: possible challenges in free range production
Humphrey, B. and Roura, E. (2012). Nutritional immunity: possible challenges in free range production. 23rd Annual Australian Poultry Science Symposium, Sydney, Australia, 19th - 22nd February 2012. Camden, NSW, Australia: University of Sydney * Poultry Research Foundation.
2012
Conference Publication
Effet de l’addition de L-valine sur la préférence alimentaire des porcelets avec différents statuts en valine.
Suarez, J, Tedo, G, Roura, E and Torrallardona, D (2012). Effet de l’addition de L-valine sur la préférence alimentaire des porcelets avec différents statuts en valine.. 44emes Journées de la Recherche Porcine, Paris, France, 7-8 February, 2012.
2011
Journal Article
Feed preference in pigs: Effect of selected protein, fat, and fiber sources at different inclusion rates
Sola-Oriol, D., Roura, E. and Torrallardona, D. (2011). Feed preference in pigs: Effect of selected protein, fat, and fiber sources at different inclusion rates. Journal of Animal Science, 89 (10), 3219-3227. doi: 10.2527/jas.2011-3885
2011
Journal Article
Is the pig a good umami sensing model for humans? A comparative taste receptor study
Roura, Eugeni, Humphrey, Brooke, Klasing, Kirk and Swart, Marcel (2011). Is the pig a good umami sensing model for humans? A comparative taste receptor study. Flavour and Fragrance Journal, 26 (4), 282-285. doi: 10.1002/ffj.2057
2011
Journal Article
Les porcelets sevrés préfèrent les aliments avec un niveau élevé de L-Lys HCl, indépendamment de leur statut nutritionnel en lysine
Suarez, Jeimmy, Tedo, Gemma, Roura, Eugeni and Torrallardona, David (2011). Les porcelets sevrés préfèrent les aliments avec un niveau élevé de L-Lys HCl, indépendamment de leur statut nutritionnel en lysine. Journées de la Recherche Porcine, 43, 129-130.
2011
Conference Publication
Preference for diets with free L-tryptophan in pigs with different tryptophan status
Suarez, J., Roura, E., Ipharraguerre, I. and Torrallardona, D. (2011). Preference for diets with free L-tryptophan in pigs with different tryptophan status. Joint Annual Meeting of the American Society of Animal Science (JAM ADSA-ASAS, 2011), New Orleans, LA, U.S.A., 10-14 July 2011.
2011
Conference Publication
Physiological and metabolic regulation of feed intake
Black, J. L., Williams, B. A., Roura, E. and Gidley, M. (2011). Physiological and metabolic regulation of feed intake. Australasian Pig Science Association Conference (APSA 2011), Adelaide, Australia, 27-30 November 2011. Werribee, Victoria: Australasian Pig Science Association.
2011
Conference Publication
The expression of sweet taste receptor in tongue and gut tissues changes after weaning.
Tedo, G., Manteca, X., Ipharraguerre, I., Reina, M., Torrallardona, D. and Roura, E. (2011). The expression of sweet taste receptor in tongue and gut tissues changes after weaning.. Join Annual Meeting of the American Society for Animal Science 89, New Orleans, LA, United States, 10-14 July 2011. Savoy, IL, United States: American Society of Animal Science.
2011
Conference Publication
Taste beyond taste
Roura, E. (2011). Taste beyond taste. Australasian Pig Science Association Conference (APSA 2011), Adealide, Australia, 27-30 November 2011. Werribee, Victoria: Australasian Pig Science Association.
2011
Conference Publication
A method to evaluate piglet preferences specific to taste
Roura, E., Shrestha, B., Zeng, Y., Zhang, D. and Diffey, S. (2011). A method to evaluate piglet preferences specific to taste. Australian Pig Science Association Conference (APSA 2011), Adelaide, Australia, 27- 30 November 2011. Werribee, Victoria: Australasian Pig Science Association.
2011
Conference Publication
Gene expression of the L-amino acid–sensing receptor T1R1/T1R3 changes in gut tissues of pigs in response to dietary protein
Tedo, G., Roura, E., Ipharraguerre, I. and Manteca, X. (2011). Gene expression of the L-amino acid–sensing receptor T1R1/T1R3 changes in gut tissues of pigs in response to dietary protein. Join Annual Meeting of the American Society for Animal Science 89, New Orleans, LA USA, July 10-14 2011. Savoy, IL, United States: American Society of Animal Science.
2011
Conference Publication
Comparison of cooked pig ham aroma profiles obtained by SPME or SBSE
Benet, I., Guardia, M. D., Ibanez, C., Sola, J., Arnau, J. and Roura, E. (2011). Comparison of cooked pig ham aroma profiles obtained by SPME or SBSE. Australian Pig Science Association Conference (APSA 2011), Adelaide, Australia, 27- 30 November 2011.
2011
Conference Publication
A Comparative Study of Volatile Compounds in Cooked Ham of Large White and Iberian Pig Breeds
Benet, I., Guardia, M.D., Ibanez, C., Sola, J., Arnau, J. and Roura, E. (2011). A Comparative Study of Volatile Compounds in Cooked Ham of Large White and Iberian Pig Breeds. 57th International Congress of Meat Science and Technology, Ghent, Belgium, August 7- 12, 2011.
2010
Journal Article
Feed preferences and performance of nursery pigs fed diets containing various inclusion amounts and qualities of distillers coproducts and flavor
Seabolt, B.S., van Heugten, E., Kim, S.W., Ange-van Heugten, K.D. and Roura, E. (2010). Feed preferences and performance of nursery pigs fed diets containing various inclusion amounts and qualities of distillers coproducts and flavor. Journal of Animal Science, 88 (11), 3725-3738. doi: 10.2527/jas.2009-2640
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Supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Dietary patterns and molecular mechanisms associated with the pathogenicity of appendicitis in humans
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Olivia Wright, Dr Daniel Hwang
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Doctor Philosophy
How to make antibiotics in pig feed redundant, naturally
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Conny Turni, Dr Marta Navarro
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Doctor Philosophy
Eliminating pig tail removal to improve welfare and industry sustainability
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro, Dr Arun Kumar, Professor Alan Tilbrook
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Doctor Philosophy
Heat Tolerance (HT) in lactating sows: dietary strategies, metabolic biomarkers and microbiome signature
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor John Gaughan, Dr Marta Navarro, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Sustainable Precision Feeding in Broiler Chickens in Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Chiara Palmieri, Dr Noman Naseem
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Doctor Philosophy
Sustainable Chicken Nutrition program
Principal Advisor
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Doctor Philosophy
Unlocking the nutritional value of Australian canola seed and whole soybeans in pig diets
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro
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Doctor Philosophy
Dietary fibre and gut nutrient sensing in broiler chickens
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Chiara Palmieri, Dr Anna Nguyen
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Doctor Philosophy
Sustainable Precision Feeding in Broiler Chickens in Australia
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Bernadine Flanagan, Professor Mike Gidley
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Doctor Philosophy
How to make antibiotics in pig feed redundant, naturally
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Dr Marta Navarro
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Doctor Philosophy
Improving protein digestion in broiler chicken by application of exogenous enzymes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Dr Bernadine Flanagan
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Doctor Philosophy
Alternative protein ingredients to replace soybean meal for sustainable livestock production systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Louw Hoffman, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Non-essential amino acids requirements in reduced broiler chicken diets
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro, Dr Arun Kumar, Professor Chiara Palmieri, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Controlling feed digestion in pigs to remove the need for antimicrobials
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Bernadine Flanagan, Professor Mike Gidley
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Doctor Philosophy
Essential amino acid profiles in the development of a healthy gut microbiota in chicken
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Conny Turni, Dr Alberto Baldelli, Dr Lida Omaleki
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Doctor Philosophy
Modulation of gut microbiota to improve piglets gut health during post-weaning
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro, Dr Lida Omaleki, Dr Conny Turni
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Doctor Philosophy
Peri-hatching strategies to endure enteric pathogens in broilers
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Dr Arun Kumar
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Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae as a Protein Source in Broiler Diets
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Professor Louw Hoffman, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
Completed supervision
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Quinine supplementation in substitution of ZnO in piglet feeds: improvements in performance and mode of action
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
In ovo application of essential oils to enhance gut functionality in chicken embryo
Principal Advisor
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Modulating early life immunity in broiler chickens through in ovo delivery of carvacrol
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro, Professor Chiara Palmieri
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Xylo-oligosaccharides, gastrointestinal function and microbiota in broiler chickens
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Bernadine Flanagan, Dr Conny Turni, Dr Lida Omaleki
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
The flavour of starch: description of the sensory profile and the associations with structure-function properties, chemosensory ligands, and metabolic pathways
Principal Advisor
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
Phenotypic and Genotypic Associations between Food Allergy and Taste
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Wally Thomas
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2021
Doctor Philosophy
Dietary amino acid excesses and appetition in weaned pigs
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Alan Tilbrook
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Amino acid specific appetite related with growth and feed intake in broiler chicken
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Marina Fortes
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2019
Master Philosophy
Manipulating feed intake in pigs by bitter compounds
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Marta Navarro
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Nutrient specific appetites and feather pecking behaviour in laying hens
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Marina Fortes
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Dietary manipulation of nutrient-specific appetites and feed particle size for improved growth uniformity in broilers
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Chiara Palmieri
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
Use of plant derived compounds to condition piglet intake at weaning and reduce post-weaning use of therapeutics
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Conny Turni
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2018
Master Philosophy
Salivary and skin biomarkers relevant to perinatal conditioning in pigs
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Stephen Anderson, Dr Marta Navarro
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2018
Doctor Philosophy
Dietary Fibre Enrichment: Changes in Taste Perception and Food Intake In Humans
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley
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2017
Doctor Philosophy
Dietary Manipulation of Feed Intake in Pigs by Bitter Compounds
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Mary-Louise Roy Manchadi
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2016
Master Philosophy
Salivary alpha-amylase and starch-related sweet taste perception in humans
Principal Advisor
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2016
Doctor Philosophy
Neurological, biological and behavioural studies of how food flavour perceptions affect human appetite and food intake
Principal Advisor
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2015
Doctor Philosophy
Analytical and sensory evaluation of pork cooked ham volatiles: Variations related to meat lipid profiles
Principal Advisor
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2023
Doctor Philosophy
KNOWLEDGE ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES TOWARDS THE MEDITERRANEAN DIET AND THEIR ASSOCIATION WITH ADHERENCE: A COLLABORATIVE STUDY BETWEEN AUSTRALIA AND SPAIN
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Jacki Walker, Dr Olivia Wright
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2019
Doctor Philosophy
The nature and perception of environmental cues that orchestrate the pelago-benthic life cycle in the sponge Amphimedon queenslandica: molecular and behavioural perspectives
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Sandie Degnan
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2014
Doctor Philosophy
Odorant and taste receptor systems in the heart: investigation of novel cardiac biology
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Wally Thomas, Professor Brian Key
Media
Enquiries
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- Chemosensing - smell, taste
- Chickens
- Digestion physiology - mammals
- Feed and food intake
- Food volatiles
- Human nutrition
- Mammalian digestion
- Nutrition
- Pig models
- Pigs
- Smell and taste biology
- Taste and smell biology
- Taste receptors TR
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