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2023 Equine Science Award Recipient
Sponsored by: Zinpro Corporation

Dr. Sarah H. White-Springer is an Associate Professor of Equine Physiology at Texas A&M University. After receiving her Ph.D. from the University of Florida, she completed postdoctoral training at the University of Kentucky studying muscle disease in humans and murine models. Her current research program centers on modulation of skeletal muscle metabolism in health, disease, and performance. Dr. White-Springer is a rising star in the field of mitochondrial biology whose programmatic efforts are highly regarded for excellence in research, as evidenced by invited national and international presentations, recruitment of horse industry collaborators, and funding support of over $3 million. She has authored or co-authored 29 journal articles and 60 scientific abstracts, mentored 9 M.S. and 2 Ph.D. students as chair of committee, and has served as the primary instructor for 8 courses. Dr. White-Springer is also an accomplished horsewoman most recently earning multiple titles at the 2022 Arabian Sport Horse National Championships.

Presentation Details:
Title:
 Inflammation in the performance horse: Implications and future directions
Session: Horse Species
Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2023
Time: 11:00 Am - 11:30 AM
Location: Albuquerque Convention Center, WEST LOWER: 32 Tesuque, Zuni, Acoma

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Dr. Sarah H. White-Springer
Texas A&M University