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Plenary Speakers and Topics - Genetics

Alpaca Comparative Genomics: Recent Developments and Future Expectations

Warren Johnson, PhD
Laboratory of Genomic Diversity
National Cancer Institute
Frederick, Maryland
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Corporate Sponsor: International Camelid Institute (ICI)

Camelids: From Chromosomes to Physical Maps and Back to Chromosomes

Terje Raudsepp, PhD
Associate Director of Molecular Cytogenetics
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Research Foundation (ARF)

A Handle on Suri

Belinda Appleton, PhD
Department of Genetics
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
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Corporate Sponsor: Suri Network

Choanal Atresia/Multiple Malformation Syndrome in Alpaca

Aníbal G. Armién, DVM
Associate Clinical Professor of Veterinary Pathology
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Minnesota
Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Corporate Sponsor: Morris Animal Foundation

Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus and Camelids: Adaptation of a Viral Pathogen to a New Host Species

John Neill, PhD
National Animal Disease Center, USDA, ARS
Ruminant Diseases and Immunology Research Unit
Ames, Iowa
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Research Foundation (ARF)

Genetic and Evolutionary History of South American Camelids

Juan Carlos Marin, PhD
Universidad del Bío-Bío
Laboratorio de Genómica y Biodiversidad (LGB)
Departamento de Ciencias Básicas
Chile
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

Recent Advances on Biology and Genetics of White, Black, and Brown Coat Color in Alpaca

Carlo Renieri, DVM
Professor of Animal Genetics
University of Camerino
Camerino, Italy
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Research Foundation (ARF)

Plenary Speakers and Topics - Reproductive Biotechnologies

Development of the Largest Camel Commercial Embryo Transfer Program: 25 Years of Scientific Research

Ahmed Tibary, DVM, PhD
Professor of Theriogenology
Washington State University
Pullman, Washington
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

Factors Affecting Success in Large Scale Alpaca Embryo Transfer

Julio B. Sumar, DVM
University of San Marcos
Lima, Peru
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

Artificial Insemination in Dromedary Camels

J.A. (Lulu) Skidmore, PhD
Technical Director
Camel Reproduction Centre
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

In Vitro Production of Embryos in South American Camelids

Marcelo Miragaya, DVM, PhD
Teriogenologia Chair
Institute for Research and Technology in Animal Breeding
University of Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

Ovulation-Inducing Factor in Seminal Plasma: A Review

Gregg Adams, DVM, PhD
Professor of Veterinary Biomedical Sciences
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
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Corporate Sponsor: TxOLAN Alpaca Association

Advances in In Vitro Production of Camel Embryos

Ahmed Tibary, DVM, PhD
Professor of Theriogenology
Washington State University
Pullman, Washington
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Corporate Sponsor: Alpaca Registry, Inc. (ARI)

Breakout Speakers and Topics - Breeders

Genetic and Reproductive Innovation: A Personal Historical Observation.

Michael D. Bishop, PhD
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Use of Serum Progesterone Determination for Synchronization Protocols in Camelid Breeding Programs

Peter Nagy, DVM, PhD
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An Overview of Camelid Congenital Genetic Conditions

Johnson LaRue, DVM, PhD
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Embryo Transfer in Alpacas

Jane Vaughan, DVM
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Embryo Transfer: A Breeder's Perspective

Mr. Robert Gane
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Color Genetics of Alpacas — Mendel IS the Foundation

Phil Sponenberg, DVM, PhD
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Genetic Mechanisms and Inheritance Patterns of the Suri Phenotype

D. Andrew Merriwether, PhD
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Advantages & Disadvatages of Embryo Transfer and Artificial Insemination in Camelids

Ahmed Tibary, DVM, PhD
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Practical Considerations of ET in Alpacas

Julio B. Sumar, DVM
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Practical Aspects of EPDs

Mark Enns, PhD
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EPDs and Customized Breeding Programs

David Notter, PhD
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Real World Examples of EPDs

Dr. Wayne C. Jarvis
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ARI's EPD Program

Shauna R. Brummet, PhD
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EPDs and Marketing your Alpacas

Mr. Mike Safley
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Breakout Speakers and Topics - Researchers

The Alpaca Whole Genome Cytogenetic Map

Felipe Avila
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Gross Chromosomal Rearrangements Resulting in Infertility

Michelle Kutzler, DVM, PhD, DACT
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Use of Assisted Reproduction for Improvement of Milk Production in Camels

Peter Nagy, DVM, PhD
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Second Generation of Alpaca Radiation Hybrid Map: Use of High-Throughput Genotyping

Polina Perelman, PhD
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Acquisition of Ovulatory Capacity in Camel (Camelus Dromedarius) Follicles

Dr. B.M. Manjunatha, PhD
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Estimating Population Mutation and Error Rates from a Single Shotgun-Sequenced Diploid Bactrian Camel Genome

Polina Perelman, PhD
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Induction of Superovulation in South American Camelids

Gregg Adams, DVM, PhD
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Effect of Nutritional Supplementation on Ovarian Follicular Activity in the Dromdary

Abdelmalek Sghiri, DVM
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Effect of Age on Testosterone Response to a Single Injection of HCG in Male Alpacas

Aymen Elzawam, DVM
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Congenital Consequences Of Two-Founder Effects On Guanacos Inhabiting A Small Island For 70 Years

Bill Franklin, PhD
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Preliminary Results on the Effects of Vasectomy on Alkaline Phosphatase Levels in Seminal Plasma of Male Alpacas (Vicuna Pacos)

Lisa Pearson, DVM
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