Gareth Pearce

Gareth Pearce is a Fellow at the University of Cambridge, affiliated with the School of Biological Sciences and the Department of Veterinary Medicine. His research focuses on the interactions between animal health, welfare, and behaviour in farm animals, particularly cattle and pigs, as well as the ecology and conservation of marine animals. His work explores social behaviour, temperament, and animal emotion, employing techniques such as behavioural analysis, temperament testing, and underwater ultrasonography. Pearce's research also investigates potential collaborations with neuroscience to assess animal emotion and welfare in farm species.

Gareth Pearce is a researcher at the University of Cambridge, specializing in Animal Health and Welfare. His work focuses on understanding the impact of environmental factors on animal behavior, physiology, and productivity. Pearce investigates how space restriction, handling methods, and social interactions influence livestock welfare, particularly in pigs and meerkats. His research also explores the role of social networks in disease transmission and the effects of housing conditions on health outcomes. Additionally, he examines antimicrobial resistance in environmental samples and the epidemiology of diseases in livestock populations. His studies aim to improve animal welfare and inform sustainable farming practices.