Overview
Background
I study aspects of reproductive physiology that impact fertility in cattle, early embryonic development, and precision animal agriculture technologies that can improve animal health and performance. The goal of my research program is to apply research-based knowledge to refine current and develop new bio-technologies that can be readily adopted by cattlemen.
My research program is centered on three focus areas:
- To investigate reproductive physiology and advance reproductive efficiency of beef cattle through the development of reliable bio-technologies that can be quickly implemented;
- To maintain collaborative research that focuses on investigating early embryonic development in cattle;
- To develop reliable, efficient, and profitable management strategies and technologies that can enhance the productivity of beef production systems.
Availability
- Dr Vitor Mercadante is:
- Available for supervision
Fields of research
Research impacts
I believe that the development of biotechnologies and systems, which can significantly impact beef production, can only be achieved by combining basic and applied research. Further, I believe there is a critical need for research discoveries to be followed by creating extension outreach programs to spread science-based knowledge to stakeholders and the general public. My program is focused on improving the fertility and reproductive efficiency of beef females by better understanding reproductive physiology, advancing reproductive biotechnologies and developing management strategies for increased reproductive success.
Works
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2014
Journal Article
The effects of intramuscular or intravenous injections of gonadotropin releasing hormone at fixed-time artificial insemination on pregnancy rates of Bos indicus beef cows
Demeterco, Danilo, Henry, Darren Dwayne, Gomes Mercadante, Vitor Rodrigues, Lamb, Graham Cliff, Gaievski, Francisco Romano, Weiss, Bruno, Turbay, Gustavo Nascimento, Segui, Marcio Saporski, Weiss, Romildo Romualdo, Formighieri Bertol, Melina Andreia and Kozicki, Luiz Ernandes (2014). The effects of intramuscular or intravenous injections of gonadotropin releasing hormone at fixed-time artificial insemination on pregnancy rates of Bos indicus beef cows. Brazilian Archives of Biology and Technology, 57 (3), 361-366. doi: 10.1590/S1516-89132014005000016
2013
Journal Article
Subspecies differences in early fetal development and plasma pregnancy-associated glycoprotein concentrations in cattle
Mercadante, P. M., Waters, K. M., Mercadante, V. R. G., Lamb, G. C., Elzo, M. A., Johnson, S. E., Rae, D. O., Yelich, J. V. and Ealy, A. D. (2013). Subspecies differences in early fetal development and plasma pregnancy-associated glycoprotein concentrations in cattle. Journal of Animal Science, 91 (8), 3693-3701. doi: 10.2527/jas.2012-6130
2013
Conference Publication
Relationships among performance, residual feed intake, and temperament assessed in growing beef heifers and subsequently as 3-year-old, lactating beef cows
Black, T. E., Bischoff, K. M., Mercadante, V. R. G., Marquezini, G. H. L., DiLorenzo, N., Chase, C. C., Coleman, S. W., Maddock, T. D. and Lamb, G. C. (2013). Relationships among performance, residual feed intake, and temperament assessed in growing beef heifers and subsequently as 3-year-old, lactating beef cows. 12th International Symposium on Digestive Physiology of Pigs, Keystone Co, May 29-Jun 01, 2012. CHAMPAIGN: AMER SOC ANIMAL SCIENCE. doi: 10.2527/jas.2012-5242
2013
Journal Article
Effects of temporary calf removal before fixed-time artificial insemination on pregnancy rates and subsequent calf performance in suckled beef cows
Marquezini, G. H. L., Mercadante, V. R. G., Bischoff, K. M., Black, T. E., DiLorenzo, N., Bird, S. L., Funnell, B. J., Klein, S. I., Dahlen, C. R., Larson, J. E. and Lamb, G. C. (2013). Effects of temporary calf removal before fixed-time artificial insemination on pregnancy rates and subsequent calf performance in suckled beef cows. Journal of Animal Science, 91 (5), 2414-2425. doi: 10.2527/jas.2012-5743
2013
Journal Article
Effects of equine chorionic gonadotropin on follicle development and pregnancy rates in suckled beef cows with or without calf removal
Marquezini, G. H. L., Mercadante, V. R. G., Olson, K. C., Jaeger, J. R., Perry, G. A., Stevenson, J. S. and Lamb, G. C. (2013). Effects of equine chorionic gonadotropin on follicle development and pregnancy rates in suckled beef cows with or without calf removal. Journal of Animal Science, 91 (3), 1216-1224. doi: 10.2527/jas.2012-5382
2011
Conference Publication
The impact of current and future applied reproduction technologies in livestock on world food production
Lamb, Graham C., Larson, Jamie E., DiLorenzo, Nicolas, Mercadante, Vitor R. G., Bischoff, Kalyn M., Black, Tera E. and Marquezini, Guilherme H. L. (2011). The impact of current and future applied reproduction technologies in livestock on world food production. 44th Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Reproduction (SSR), Portland, OR, United States, 31 July-4 August 2011. Cary, NC, United States: Oxford University Press. doi: 10.1093/biolreprod/85.s1.106
2010
Conference Publication
The relationship of pulmonary arterial pressure with feed efficiency, performance, temperament, and feeding behavior in growing beef cattle
Maddock, T. D., Marquezini, G. H. L., Mercadante, V. R. G. and Lamb, G. C. (2010). The relationship of pulmonary arterial pressure with feed efficiency, performance, temperament, and feeding behavior in growing beef cattle. NEW YORK: ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC.
2010
Conference Publication
Embryo quality characteristics from superovulated cows receiving a blend of bioactive peptides and oligosaccharides to support immune function (Grade One)
Marquezini, G. H. L., Mercadante, V. R. G., Ward, M. M., Spell, A. R., Carter, J. A., Paton, N. D. and Lamb, G. C. (2010). Embryo quality characteristics from superovulated cows receiving a blend of bioactive peptides and oligosaccharides to support immune function (Grade One). 2010 Joint Annual Meeting of ADSA and ASAS, Denver, CO, United States, 11-15 July 2010. New York, United States: Elsevier.
2010
Conference Publication
Effects of 72-h temporary calf removal prior to fixed-time AI on pregnancy rates and subsequent calf performance in suckled beef cows
Marquezini, G. H. L., Mercadante, V. R. G., Bird, S. L., Funnell, B. J. and Lamb, G. C. (2010). Effects of 72-h temporary calf removal prior to fixed-time AI on pregnancy rates and subsequent calf performance in suckled beef cows. 2010 Joint Annual Meeting of ADSA and ASAS, Denver, CO, United States, 11-15 July 2010. New York, United States: Elsevier.
2003
Journal Article
Rapid tranquillisation for agitated patients in emergency psychiatric rooms: a randomised trial of midazolam versus haloperidol plus promethazine
Huf, G, Coutinho, ESF, Adams, CE, Borges, RVS, Ferreira, MAV, Silva, FJF, Pereira, AJCR, Abreu, AM, Lugao, SM, Santos, MPCP, Gewandsznajder, M, Mercadante, VRP, Lange, W, Dias, CL, Brasil, MA, Huf, G, Coutinho, ESF, Adams, CE, Fagundes, HM, Lopez, JRRA, Lima, M, Campos, MB, Rozenfeld, S, Braz, RM, Struchiner, CJ, Camacho, LB and Mari, JD (2003). Rapid tranquillisation for agitated patients in emergency psychiatric rooms: a randomised trial of midazolam versus haloperidol plus promethazine. Bmj-British Medical Journal, 327 (7417), 708-711.
Supervision
Availability
- Dr Vitor Mercadante is:
- Available for supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
In-Vitro Approaches to Shield the Oocyte Activation Program from Heat-Induced Damage in Bovine Oocytes
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Andres Gambini
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