Research

The laboratory participates in research projects in conservation programmes of rare breeds (horses, cattle and goats) in conjunction with The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food.

In relation to the development of the equine genome map the laboratory participated in collaborative linkage map studies. Further information on this project can be found here.

Neonatal Isoerythrolysis (NI) - Jaundice Foal Syndrome.  Investigation of the incidence of N.I in the Irish equine population.

Educational programmes with external students involving molecular studies as part of third level course requirements.

For further details on all of our research projects, you can contact us:

Weatherbys Ireland DNA Laboratory
c/o The Irish Equine Centre
Johnstown
Naas
Co. Kildare

Tel:  +353 45875521
Fax: +353 45875787
Email: dnalab@weatherbys.ie