Lindsay A. Westbrook, Ph.D.
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Credentials
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Beef Quality Assurance
Cattlemen’s Beef Board | Beef CheckoffNov, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Unity Environmental University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Online Adjunct Professor
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Feb 2023 - Present
*ANIM 103 - Animal Training & Care *ANIM 205 - Animal Nutrition *ANIM 304 - Animal Comparative Physiology *ANIM 103 - Animal Training & Care *ANIM 205 - Animal Nutrition *ANIM 304 - Animal Comparative Physiology
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Texas A&M University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Research Assistant
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Jul 2019 - Aug 2022
• Acted as Laboratory Manager - coordinated the work and training of students and managed inventory and supplies.• Established interactions among individual volatile fatty acids (acetate and propionate) and between volatile fatty acids and the long chain fatty acids palmitic acid and oleic acid for the G-coupled protein receptor 43 (GPR43) in short-term (1 h) ex vivo incubations of bovine intramuscular and subcutaneous adipose tissues.• Investigated the effects of volatile fatty acids and long chain fatty acids on lipolysis and lipogenesis by measuring cAMP concentrations, glycerol release and free fatty acid concentrations in short-term bovine adipose tissue culture samples of Angus crossbred steers at 20, 22, and 24 months of age.• Measured GPR mRNA and protein expression in long-term (48 h) ex vivo incubations of bovine intramuscular and subcutaneous adipose tissues.• Investigated beef tenderness, juiciness, and flavor by measuring fatty acid composition and melting point. Show less
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Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Jan 2020 - May 2022
ANSC 111 – Animal Production Systems, Spring 2020, 2021, 2022• Provided information pertaining to animal production practices and proper handling of beef cattle, horses, sheep, and swine and guided students on learning objectives and hands-on activities. ANSC 108 – General Animal Science Lab, Fall 2021 • Provided a general overview of the beef cattle, dairy cattle, horses, sheep, swine and poultry industries to undergraduate students.• Discussed major breeds, anatomy, phenotypic and genotypic selection criteria and production practices for each species.ANSC 106 – Beef Cattle Production and Management, Fall 2020, Spring 2021 • Discussed principles involving profitability and sustainability in beef cattle production and management.• Graded lab presentations and research papers based on provided rubrics and provided feedback on lab presentations and research papers. Show less
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Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab (TVMDL)
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United States
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Veterinary Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Laboratory Technician
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Sep 2018 - May 2019
• Performed hematological analysis of blood and body fluids using an automated analyzer and manual microscopy. • Performed clinical chemistry testing on blood and body fluids by using a multi-channel clinical chemistry analyzer. • Performed urinalysis testing using manual methods and microscopy. • Prepared cytological samples for pathologist. • Processed and performed testing on various parasitology samples. • Performed and documented analyzer maintenance. • Prepared reagents and calibrators using pipettes, graduated cylinders and other laboratory equipment. • Verified system accuracy by running known control samples. • Recorded, reviewed and finalized lab results. • Evaluated inventory and ordered supplies (consumables and chemicals) as needed. Show less
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Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Laboratory Technician
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Feb 2018 - Sep 2018
• Assisted Veterinary Clinicians and Pathologists in the diagnosis of illnesses and injuries by providing clinical testing and specimen analysis. • Conducted lab tests in the areas of hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, coagulation, and blood bank. • Prepared chemical solutions, reagents, and specimens for microscopic examination. • Reviewed and finalized lab results. • Ran and verified daily quality control procedures. • Maintained laboratory instruments. • Assisted Veterinary Clinicians and Pathologists in the diagnosis of illnesses and injuries by providing clinical testing and specimen analysis. • Conducted lab tests in the areas of hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, cytology, coagulation, and blood bank. • Prepared chemical solutions, reagents, and specimens for microscopic examination. • Reviewed and finalized lab results. • Ran and verified daily quality control procedures. • Maintained laboratory instruments.
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Stop & Go Market
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United States
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Retail Groceries
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Manager
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Jun 2006 - Dec 2017
• Managed daily store operations including store financial performance, cash control, inventory, customer service and staff management for team of 6 members. • Supervised and trained employees on operations, payment processing, stocking procedures and cash management in accordance with store policies and procedures and maintained positive working relationships with customers, employees, and vendors. • Managed customer service quality and cash and credit handling procedures and compiled and maintained non-monetary reports and ensured all merchandise was stocked and priced correctly to maximize sales. Show less
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Oregon State University
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Research Assistant
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Jun 2015 - Mar 2017
• Investigated the effect of enzyme supplementation on fatty acid composition and gastrointestinal morphology in layer hen fed whole flaxseed and formulated three dietary treatments (corn-soybean based diet) with varying amounts of enzyme and whole flaxseed.• Assessed egg quality characteristics from monthly specimen collection including yolk weight/height, albumin weight/height, yolk color, and shell thickness.• Excised the GI tract and separated the duodenum and jejunum, and documented villi height, villi width, and crypt depth measurements and collected feed, egg yolk, and liver tissue to assess total lipids, fatty acid composition, and lipid peroxidation. Show less
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Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Sep 2015 - Dec 2016
ANS 121 – Introduction to Animal Science, Winter 2015 • Discussed production practices in beef cattle, dairy cattle, horse, sheep, swine, and poultry industries.• Guided students on hands-on activities, in-lab assignments, and homework, offered constructive feedback based on student performance and graded all lab assignments and homework based on devised rubrics.ANS 311 – Principles of Animal Nutrition, Fall 2015 and 2016 • Provided support and one-on-one assistance for students to enhance exam preparedness and created homework, quiz, and exam questions. Show less
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Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine - Oregon State University
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United States
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Veterinary Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Laboratory Technician
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Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
• Performed DNA extractions & PCR assays for identification of animal pathogens and zoonotic agents in animal sources by traditional PCR and real-time PCR reactions and performed gel electrophoresis. • Prepared stock controls, reagents and microbiological media and accurately recorded, analyzed, and interpreted laboratory data and results. • Prepared samples for shipment to other diagnostic laboratories and maintained technical equipment. • Performed DNA extractions & PCR assays for identification of animal pathogens and zoonotic agents in animal sources by traditional PCR and real-time PCR reactions and performed gel electrophoresis. • Prepared stock controls, reagents and microbiological media and accurately recorded, analyzed, and interpreted laboratory data and results. • Prepared samples for shipment to other diagnostic laboratories and maintained technical equipment.
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Education
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2019 - 2022
Texas A&M University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Animal Sciences (Meat Science & Animal Nutrition) -
2015 - 2016
Oregon State University
Master of Science (MS), Animal Sciences (Poultry Nutrition) -
2009 - 2014
Oregon State University
Bachelor's degree, Animal Sciences (Pre-vet)
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