JOHN A. DOERRVice President, Science and Technology
Ph.D. Microbiology (minor: toxicology), 1979, North Carolina State University
Experience:
Captain (AUS/USAR) Armor/Artillery, 1968-1974
Faculty, Dept. Chair, Assistant Dean - - Animal & Avian Sciences; College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, University of Maryland, 1978-2008 In his thirty year tenure at University of Maryland, Dr. Doerr published original research in the field of mycotoxicology, primarily related to toxin interactions in poultry and toxin impact on immunity. He conducted additional work in the area of direct fed microbials for improved efficiency of nutrient utilization (nitrogen and phosphorus) and in modulation of intestinal mucosal immune function resulting in resistance to Eimeria acervulina (coddidiosis) challenge in broilers. John has presented his findings throughout the U.S. and in more than 20 foreign countries. He has consulted for numerous commercial interests. John has won awards for research, student advising, and industry relations. Upon retirement from the University of Maryland, he accepted the task of directing science and technology research and education for Agrarian Marketing, with emphasis on cell-wall deficient Lactobacilli as direct-fed microbials for livestock. John and his wife, Joan, have their primary residence in Pennsylvania; they have two children and one grandchild. Contact information: Mail to:
61 Heritage Drive
Gettysburg, PA 17325-8306 Email:
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Phone:
410-627-4257
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