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Professor Chris Rogers.
In a move designed to advance the field of equine science, the New Zealand Equine Trust has funded a 10-year chair position.
The position aims to foster a world-class research programme, addressing the health, welfare and performance of horses, while reinforcing New Zealand’s reputation as a leader in equine research.
Following an international search, Professor Chris Rogers from Massey University has been appointed to the role, taking up the position last month.
Rogers’ appointment represents a significant step towards creating a more robust and impactful research programme in equine science at the university.
With a PhD in equine biomechanics and postdoctoral experience as a Huygens Fellow at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, he has a long history of research in equine health and performance.
The primary focus of his work has been on the environmental and training factors that influence tissue development and career longevity in both racing and sport horses. His multidisciplinary expertise and leadership are expected to significantly contribute to advancing New Zealand’s equine research agenda.
Rogers has worked at Massey since 2000, and has taught across a diverse portfolio of courses, including veterinary anatomy and physiology, animal production, agricultural and veterinary sciences, and veterinary epidemiology.
He says he’s looking forward to getting stuck into the role.
“I’m excited about the appointment as it provides me with the opportunity to focus 100% on the New Zealand equine industry and equine research,” he says.
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