Optimizing the metabolomics study in cattle using 1H-NMR spectroscopy and mass spectrometry: a partnership between Brazil and Canada

• Grant number: 23/14869-0
• Support Opportunities: Regular Research Grants
• Start date: February 01, 2024
• End date: January 31, 2026
• Field of knowledge: Agronomical Sciences - Animal Husbandry - Animal Production
• Mobility Program: SPRINT - Projetos de pesquisa - Mobilidade
• Principal Investigator: Nara Regina Brandão Cônsolo
• Grantee: Nara Regina Brandão Cônsolo
• Principal researcher abroad: David S Wishart
• Institution abroad: University of Alberta, Canada
• Host Institution: Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia (FMVZ). Universidade de São Paulo (USP). São Paulo , SP, Brazil
• Associated research grant: 20/08845-3 - The metabolomic approach to improve Nellore beef tenderness: a concept of metabotype and biomarkers, AP.JP

Abstract

The main idea of the collaboration between the University of São Paulo and the University of Alberta, specifically The Metabolomic Innovation Center (TMIC, Wishart Node), is to improve the strength of Brazilian research in beef cattle metabolomics. TMIC is one of the most important research centers for metabolomics analysis globally, so the opportunity to develop something in collaboration with them will enhance the power of our research in Brazil. Additionally, it will allow us to send graduate and undergraduate students, who will receive FAPESP scholarships, to TMIC, providing them with international experience and expanding their network.Dr. Wishart and Dr. Cônsolo's research projects are complementary. Dr. David Wishart is a Distinguished University Professor with expertise in metabolomics, analytical chemistry, and various spectroscopic techniques. His involvement in the "Human Metabolome Project" and the "Bovine Metabolome Database" demonstrates his ability to create comprehensive metabolite libraries. He is also the head of TMIC Wishart Node, responsible for creating optimization systems for metabolomic analysis. On the other hand, Dr. Nara Regina Brandão Cônsolo specializes in animal science, meat science, and metabolomics. Her expertise includes experimental design, NMR spectroscopy, spectral processing, and data interpretation. (AU)