Friday, January 16
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IETS Board of Governors
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13:00 – 20:00
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Board Meeting
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Cocle
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Saturday, January 17
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IETS Board of Governors
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08:00 – 17:00
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IETS Board Meeting
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Cocle
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17:30 – 20:00
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Foundation Meeting
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Cocle
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HASAC Committee Meetings
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08:00 – 17:00
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8:00-8:45: Manual Subcommittee
9:00-10:45: Forms and Certificates Subcommittee
11:00-12:00: Research Subcommittee
12:00-12:45: Lunch (invite only)
12:45-14:45: Research Subcommittee (cont.)
15:00-17:00: Regulatory Subcommittee
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La Caleta
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Bovine Reproduction Preconference Symposium
Additional registration required
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08:30 – 17:00
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Bridging Science and Practice: Innovations in Bovine Reproductive Management
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Gran Baru II
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08:30 – 09:00
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Welcome and Introductory Remarks
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Session I
Chaired by Matthew Wheeler, PhD (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA)
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09:00 – 09:45
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How improving well-being can increase livestock productivity
Janeen Salak-Johnson, PhD (Michigan State University, USA)
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09:45 – 10:30
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Latest developments in synchronization programs for beef and dairy embryo recipients
Gabriel A. Bo, Med. Vet, MVSc, PhD (Instituto de Reproducción Animal Cordoba (IRAC), Argentina)
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10:30 – 11:00
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Break
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Session II
Chaired by Brittany Scott, MS (SMART Reproduction, USA)
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11:00 – 11:45
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Embryonic loss, impact on calf production for dairy and beef herds in tropical environments
Roberto Sartori, PhD, DVM (University of São Paulo, Brazil)
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11:45 – 12:30
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High-fertility cycling in dairy cattle
Milo Wiltbank, PhD (University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA)
Paul Fricke, PhD (University of Wisconsin–Madison, USA)
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12:30 – 13:30
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Lunch (Bovine Preconference Attendees Only)
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Session III
Co-Chaired by Brittany Scott and Matthew Wheeler
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13:30 – 14:15
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Exploring the role of metabolomics in understanding the factors associated with fertility in beef cattle
Pietro S. Baruselli, PhD (University of São Paulo, Brazil)
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14:15 – 15:00
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Challenges for implementation of large-scale programs with in vitro produced embryos
Rodrigo Mendes Untura, DVM (ABS Global, Brazil)
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15:00 – 15:30
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Break
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Session IV
Chaired by Luiz Nasser, PhD (Born Animal Biotechnology Corporation, Panama)
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15:30 – 17:00
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Round Table Discussion
Featuring All Speakers and Moderators
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17:00 – 18:00
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Hosted Happy Hour (Bovine Preconference Attendees Only)
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Companion Animals, Non-Domestic and Endangered Species (CANDES) Preconference Symposium
Additional registration required
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08:30 – 17:00
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Transformative Advances in Wildlife Reproductive Technologies
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Gran Baru I
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08:30 – 08:45
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Welcome and Opening Remarks
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Session I
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08:45 – 09:30
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Integrating assisted reproductive technologies for wildlife conservation: 20 years’ experience on the collared peccary
Alexandre Rodrigues Silva, DVM, PhD (Federal University of Semiarid Region, Brazil)
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09:30 – 10:15
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Application of assisted reproduction in exotic bird species to improve species conservation and genetic diversity
Dominik Fischer, Dr. Vet Med, DipECZM (WPH) (Greifvogelstation und Wildfreigehege Hellenthal and Der Grüne Zoo, Germany)
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10:15 – 10:45
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Break
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Session II
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10:45 – 11:30
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Bridging science and survival: A model for integrating assisted reproductive technologies, biobanking, and conservation in Panama and beyond
Gina Della Togna, PhD (Amphibian Survival Alliance and Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute, Panama)
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11:30 – 12:15
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Assisted reproduction in snakes: What do we know?
Rogerio Zacariotti, PhD, DVM (Scientia Nature, Brazil)
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12:15 – 13:30
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Lunch (CANDES Attendees Only)
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Session III
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13:30 – 15:00
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Roundtable discussion: Cloning of CANDES species
Moderated by
Andres Gambini, DVM, PhD (University of Queensland, Australia)
Cesare Galli, DVM (Avantea, Italy)
Gabriela Mastromonaco, PhD (Toronto Zoo, Canada)
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15:00 – 15:30
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Break
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Session IV
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15:30 – 15:45
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CANDES Trainee Travel Award Recipient Presentation
Abstract 9: Induction of follicular wave emergence in alpacas adapted to coastal conditions: a case report
Luciana Hidalgo Y, Student (Universidad Científica del Sur, Peru)
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15:45 – 16:00
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Abstract 21: Morphological evaluation, in vitro maturation, and embryo production from oocytes of single individuals of kodkod (Leopardus guigna) and puma (Puma concolor): A case report
Daniel Veraguas, DVM (Universidad de Chile, Chile)
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16:00 – 16:45
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Keynote Lecture: Stem cell zoo—A platform for exploring species-specific biological time
Miki Ebisuya-Matsuda, PhD (Technische Universität Dresden, Germany)
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16:45 – 17:00
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Final Discussion and Remarks
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Sunday, January 18
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07:00 – 08:00
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Past Presidents’ Breakfast
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Cocle
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07:00 – 08:00
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Student Competition Finalists Breakfast
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La Caleta
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08:00 – 08:15
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Welcome & Opening Remarks
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Gran Ancon
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Session I: Managing Reproductive Health in Complex Environments
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08:15 – 09:00
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Synchronized Breeding and Reproductive Resilience in Dairy Cattle: Mitigating Metritis, Heat Stress, and Transgenerational Fertility Impairment
Fabio Lima, PhD, DVM (University of California-Davis, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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09:00 – 09:15
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Abstract 16: ReBreed21 program for timed embryo transfer in beef cattle: field data evaluation
Mirela Balistrieri, MSc, DVM (University of São Paulo, Brazil)
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Gran Ancon
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09:15 – 09:30
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Abstract 115: Heat stress alters the miRNA cargo of pre-ovulatory follicular fluid extracellular vesicles and reduces fertility in dairy cattle
Bianca Gasparrini, PhD, DVM (University of Napoli, Napoli, Italy)
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Gran Ancon
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09:30 – 10:15
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External factors influencing reproductive tract microbiota
Rebecca Poole, PhD (Texas A&M University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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10:15 – 10:30
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Abstract 92: Strategy to improve pregnancy rates with in vitro-produced embryos in the tropics
Reinaldo De Armas, PhD, (University of Panama, Panama)
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Gran Ancon
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10:30 – 11:00
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Exhibits and Poster Break
Network with the exhibitors and sponsors!
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Gran Salon
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IETS Foundation Student Research Competition Presentations
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11:00 – 11:15
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Abstract 1: Cattle embryos undergo normal early elongation in the absence of embryonic disc
Inés Flores-Borobia, PhD Candidate (INIA-CSIC, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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11:15 – 11:30
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Abstract 2: Maternal-embryo crosstalk via extracellular vesicle miRNAs during embryonic reactivation after diapause in roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)
Giuliana de Ávila Ferronato, PhD Candidate (INIA-CSIC, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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11:30 – 11:45
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Abstract 3: Characterization and MIRNA profiling of oviductal extracellular vesicles in early pregnancy in the rabbit model
Jon Fernández González, PhD Candidate (Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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11:45 – 12:00
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Abstract 4: Changes in ovarian architecture are associated with advanced reproductive age in the South African cheetah
Anna Heinrich, PhD Candidate (Northwestern University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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12:00 – 12:15
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Abstract 5: TFAP2C is essential for first lineage segregation and blastocyst formation in sheep
Nuria Martinez de los Reyes, PhD Candidate (INIA-CSIC, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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12:15 – 12:30
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Abstract 6: Impact of chilling, cryopreservation, and freeze-drying on DNA fragmentation and PLCz expression in koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) epididymal spermatozoa
Patricio Palacios, PhD Candidate, DVM (The University of Queensland, Australia)
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Gran Ancon
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12:30 – 14:00
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Lunch and Exhibits
Sponsored by PETS
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Gran Salon
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12:30 – 14:00
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IETS Board Lunch with Partner Societies
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Cocle
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12:30 – 14:00
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Morulas Mentor Lunch
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La Caleta
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12:30 – 14:00
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HASAC Emerging Technology Subcommittee
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Azuero
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Session II: Decoding Early Development: Emerging Technologies in Embryo Research
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14:00 – 14:45
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Deciphering Bovine Embryogenesis Through Cutting-Edge Molecular Tools
Kun Zhang, PhD (Zhejiang University, China)
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Gran Ancon
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14:45 – 15:00
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Abstract 193: Volatolomic profiles of in vitro produced bovine embryos
Monika Nõmm, Research Fellow (Estonian University of Life Sciences, Estonia)
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Gran Ancon
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15:00 – 15:45
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Extended Embryo Culture in Ruminants: Illuminating a Black Box of Early Development
Priscila Ramos-Ibeas, DVM, PhD (INIA-CSIC, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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15:45 – 16:00
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Nanoscaling targeted delivery and expression in the preimplantation embryo
Brad Daigneault, PhD (University of Florida, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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16:00 – 16:15
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Abstract 88: Successful nanoparticle-mediated delivery of transgenes and ribonucleoproteins to the preimplantation bovine embryo
Veronica Rubio, PhD Candidate (University of Florida, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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16:15 – 16:45
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Exhibits and Poster Break
Meet with the exhibitors and sponsors!
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Gran Salon
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16:45 – 17:15
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HASAC Open Forum
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Gran Ancon
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17:15 – 17:45
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Distinguished Practitioner Award: Dr. Charles Looney
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Gran Ancon
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18:00 – 20:00
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Welcome Reception
Socialize with attendees and sponsors/exhibitors!
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Gran Salon
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20:00 – 21:00
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Morulas Forum and Business Meeting
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La Caleta
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21:00 – 22:00
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Student Mixer – Hosted by the IETS Morulas
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La Caleta
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Monday, January 19
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07:00 – 08:00
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IETS Foundation Organizational Breakfast
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Cocle
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Session III: Translating Reproductive Innovations Across Species
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08:00 – 08:45
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When Less Really Is More: Reducing embryo manipulation to lower metabolic stress and improving long term outcomes
Paolo Rinaudo, PhD, MD (University of California, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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08:45 – 09:00
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Abstract 176: Evaluating FGF2, LIF, and IGF1 supplementation during in vitro maturation to enhance equine ICSI embryo development
Joanne Smith, DVM, PhD Student (The University of Queensland, Australia)
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Gran Ancon
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09:00 – 09:15
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Abstract 121: CRISPR-Cas9 mediated beta-lactoglobulin gene-editing in goat skin fibroblasts for somatic cell nuclear transfer
Mahipal Singh, PhD (Fort Valley State University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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09:15 – 10:00
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Exploring the potential of prepubertal oocytes: A small ruminant model
Maria Teresa “Maite” Paramio Nieto, DVM, PhD (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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10:00 – 10:15
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Abstract 41: In vitro production of alpaca blastocysts using vitrified oocytes and epididymal spermatozoa
Jaime Antonio Ruiz Bejar, MS, DVM (National University of Huancavelica, Peru)
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Gran Ancon
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10:15 – 10:45
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Exhibits and Poster Break
Meet with the exhibits and sponsors!
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Gran Salon
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10:45 – 11:15
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IETS Business Meeting
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Gran Ancon
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Peter Farin Trainee Award Presentations
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11:15 – 11:20
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Introduction
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Gran Ancon
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11:20 – 11:25
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Abstract 173: Extracellular vesicles from heat and oxidative stressed granulosa cells modulate bovine in vitro embryo development and quality
Judith Diaz-Muñoz, PhD Fellow (Autonomous University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain)
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Gran Ancon
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11:25 – 11:30
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Abstract 179: Rumen-protected methionine supplementation during the periconceptional period to beef cows induces persistent changes in DNA methylation in the whole blood of female offspring
Daniella Heredia, PhD (University of Florida, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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11:30 – 11:35
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Abstract 52: Effect of semen type on embryo development and pregnancy establishment after timed artificial insemination or fresh embryo transfer in multiparous Holstein cows
Megan Lauber, PhD (University of Wisconsin, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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11:35 – 11:40
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Abstract 209: Interleukin-6 Restores Embryonic Disc Development in Bovine Blastocysts Placed into Extended Culture
Mary Ali Oliver, PhD Candidate (Virginia Tech, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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11:40 – 11:45
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Abstract 102: Spatial localization of avian and human influenza A virus receptors in male and female bovine reproductive tissues
Brette Poliakiwski, PhD Candidate (Texas A&M University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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11:45 – 13:15
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Exhibitor and Attendee Networking Lunch
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Gran Salon
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11:45 – 13:15
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Data Retrieval Committee Meeting
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Cocle
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Session IV: Pathways to Fertility: The Intricate Journey of Sperm Through the Reproductive Tract
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13:15 – 14:00
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Sperm interaction with the female reproductive tract: Implications for bull fertility and heterospermic semen use
Sean Fair, PhD (University of Limerick, Ireland)
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Gran Ancon
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14:00 – 14:15
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Abstract 54: Sire fertility affects early pregnancy success but not the incidence of pregnancy loss
Florentino Paz Jose da Silva Junior, MS Candidate (The Ohio State University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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14:15 – 15:00
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From Reservoir to Rendezvous: The journey of sperm through the oviduct
David Miller, PhD (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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15:00 – 15:30
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Abstract 45: Post-thaw nanoparticle sorting of bull sperm improves cryopreservation outcomes
Emily Nold-Schoelerman, MS Candidate (Iowa State University, USA)
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Gran Ancon
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15:30 – 17:30
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Exhibits and Poster Reception
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Gran Salon
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Concurrent Sessions
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Practitioner’s Forum
Sponsored by Calier
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17:30 – 19:30
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Maximizing IVF Performance Through Bull-Specific Fertility Evaluation
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Gran Ancon
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17:30 – 17:45
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Setting the Stage
Brad Lindsey, PhD (Ovitra Biotechnology Inc., USA)
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17:45 – 18:00
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Simplot System
Brady Hicks, PhD (J.R. Simplot Co., USA)
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18:00 – 18:15
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Managing Sire Selection to Maximize Success at Trans Ova
Jon Schmidt, DVM (Trans Ova Genetics, USA)
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18:15 – 18:30
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Turning Data Into Embryos: Using Bull Fertility Insights to Drive Results
Paula Rodriguez-Villamil, DVM, PhD (ABS Global/Genus plc, USA)
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18:30 – 19:30
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Round Table Discussion
Moderated by
Brad Lindsey, PhD (Ovitra Biotechnology Inc., USA)
Matthew Wheeler, PhD (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA)
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Domestic Animal Biotechnology Embryology (DABE) Forum
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17:30 – 19:30
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Cells to Organoids: Advances and Challenges
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Gran Baru I
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17:30 – 17:35
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Introduction
Sofia Ortega, PhD (University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA)
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17:35 – 18:30
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Characterization and Applications of Reproductive Organoids
Riley Thompson-Brandhagen, DVM, PhD, DACT (College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, USA)
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18:30 – 18:45
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Abstract 201: Establishment of Endometrial Organoids from Cross-Species Mammalian Models: Toward a Comparative Platform for Uterine Biology
Dong-Hyeok Kwan, PhD Candidate (Seoul National University, South Korea)
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18:45 – 19:00
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Abstract 205: Hormonal modulation of bovine oviductal organoids derived from distinct anatomical regions
Dimitrios Rizos, PhD (INIA-CSIC, Spain)
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19:00 – 19:30
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Questions and Discussion
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Tuesday, January 20
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07:00 – 08:30
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IETS Board of Governors Organizational Breakfast
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Cocle
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09:00 – 11:00
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Poster and Exhibitor Networking Session
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Gran Salon
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IETS Foundation Early Career Achievement Award Presentations
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11:00 – 11:30
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Early Career Scientist: Dr. Sofia Ortega
Maternal and paternal contributions to early development and pregnancy success in cattle
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Gran Ancon
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11:30 – 12:00
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Early Career Practitioner: Dr. Paula Rodriguez-Villamil
From Concept to Commercialization: Applied Reproductive Innovations Shaping Global Livestock Genetics
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Gran Ancon
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12:00 – 13:30
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Lunch
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Gran Salon
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12:00 – 13:30
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Morulas Career Lunch Meeting
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La Caleta
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12:00 – 13:30
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IETS Program Committee Lunch
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Cocle
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13:30 – 14:00
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Pioneer Award Presentation: Dr. Poul Hyttel
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Gran Ancon
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Session V: George E Seidel Jr. Keynote Lecture
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14:00 – 14:30
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Translational pig models for human diseases
Eckhard Wolf, DVM (Center for Innovative Medical Models at Ludwig Maximilian University, Munich, Germany)
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Gran Ancon
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IETS Foundation Student Competition Award Announcements
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14:30 – 14:35
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CSIRO: Best Poster Recipient
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Gran Ancon
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14:35 – 14:40
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Undergraduate Student Poster Competition Recipient
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Gran Ancon
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14:40 – 14:45
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Graduate Student Competition Recipient
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Gran Ancon
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14:45 – 14:50
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Award Recipient & Competition Finalist Photos
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Gran Ancon
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14:50 – 15:00
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AETE/ICAR Announcements
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Gran Ancon
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15:00 – 15:30
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Closing and Invitation to IETS 2027
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Gran Ancon
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18:00 – 21:00
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Closing Party
Additional registration required
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Panama Viejo Cathedral
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