Brianna Gaskill

Animal Welfare Professor, Purdue University

Brianna is particularly interested in laboratory animals and how better welfare can mean better science. Prior to joining Purdue in 2014, she was a postdoctoral research scientist at Charles River for three years. She received her PhD from Purdue University in 2011 in Animal Behavior and Well-being.

The Nesting Instinct

Constructing a nest is a deliberate behavioral strategy used by mice to improve fitness and survival.

Jan 27, 2014 |
Brianna Gaskill

Snug as a Bug in a Rug

Mice are cold stressed at standard laboratory temperatures. This is more than just an animal welfare concern--it is also a concern for scientific research.

Jul 16, 2013 |
Brianna Gaskill