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About

Teaching

ML4309: Histology and Cytology Techniques (Level 4; TSV)
TV1002: Veterinary Professional Life 2 (Level 1; TSV)
TV1101: Veterinary Professional Life 1 (Level 1; TSV)
TV2001: Integrated Animal Structure and Function 1 (Level 2; TSV)
TV3001: Transitions from Health to Disease 1 (Level 3; TSV)
TV3002: Transitions from Health to Disease 2 (Level 3; TSV)
TV4001: Veterinary Clinical Sciences 1 (Level 4; TSV)
TV4002: Veterinary Clinical Sciences 2 (Level 4; TSV)
TV5020: Animal Production (Level 5; TSV)
TV5040: Introductory Epidemiology (Level 5; TSV)
TV5211: Veterinary Professional and Clinical Practice 1/3 (Level 5; TSV)
TV5212: Veterinary Professional and Clinical Practice 2/3 (Level 5; TSV)
TV5213: Veterinary Professional and Clinical Practice 3/3 (Level 5; TSV)
TV5320: Applied Protocol Writing (Level 5; TSV)

Interests

Research

Synchronisation of oestrus in cattle
Sterilisation of cattle
Nutritional effects on reproduction in goats
Veterinary education

Research Disciplines

Socio-Economic Objectives

Publications

These are the most recent publications associated with this author. To see a detailed profile of all publications stored at JCU, visit ResearchOnline@JCU. Hover over Altmetrics badges to see social impact.

Journal Articles

Cavalieri J (2019) Absence of a corpus luteum and relatively lesser concentrations of progesterone during the period of pre-ovulatory follicle emergence results in lesser pregnancy rates in Bos indicus cattle. Animal Reproduction Science, 204. pp. 39-49
Nguyen Q, Malau-Aduli B, Cavalieri J, Nichols P and Malau-Aduli A (2019) Enhancing omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid content of dairy-derived foods for human consumption. Nutrients, 11 (4).
Cavalieri J, Gaina C and Hepworth G (2018) Randomised controlled trial of the effect of concentration of progesterone before artificial insemination on fertility in ovulatory and anovulatory Bos indicus cattle. Australian Veterinary Journal, 96 (9). pp. 346-355
Cavalieri J (2018) Effect of treatment of Bos indicus heifers with progesterone 0, 3 and 6 days after follicular aspiration on follicular dynamics and the timing of oestrus and ovulation. Animal Reproduction Science, 193. pp. 9-18
Nguyen D, Malau-Aduli B, Cavalieri J, Nichols P and Malau-Aduli A (2018) Supplementation with plant-derived oils rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids for lamb production. Veterinary and Animal Science, 6. pp. 29-40
Cavalieri J and Hayes L (2017) Examination of the use of intraovarian administration of CaCl2 and zinc gluconate as potential chemosterilants in Bos indicus heifers. Australian Veterinary Journal, 95 (11). pp. 403-415
Cavalieri J (2017) Chemical sterilisation of animals: a review of the use of zinc- and CaCl2 based solutions in male and female animals and factors likely to improve responses to treatment. Animal Reproduction Science, 181. pp. 1-8
Nogueira D, Eshtaeba A, Cavalieri J, Fitzpatrick L, Gummow B, Blache D and Parker A (2017) Short-term supplementation with maize increases ovulation rate in goats when dietary metabolizable energy provides requirements for both maintenance and 1.5 times maintenance. Theriogenology, 89. pp. 97-105
Nogueira D, Cavalieri J, Fitzpatrick L, Gummow B, Blache D and Parker A (2016) Effect of hormonal synchronisation and/or short-term supplementation with maize on follicular dynamics and hormone profiles in goats during the non-breeding season. Animal Reproduction Science, 171. pp. 87-97
Nogueira D, Gummow B, Gardiner C, Cavalieri J, Fitzpatrick L and Parker A (2016) A survey of the meat goat industry in Queensland and New South Wales. 2. Herd management, reproductive performance and animal health. Animal Production Science, 56 (9). pp. 1533-1544
Nogueira D, Gardiner C, Gummow B, Cavalieri J, Fitzpatrick L and Parker A (2016) A survey of the meat goat industry in Queensland and New South Wales. 1. General property information, goat and pasture management. Animal Production Science, 56 (9). pp. 1520-1532
Cavalieri J and Wang M (2015) Chemical sterilisation of Bos indicus bull calves following intratesticular injection of zinc acetate: effects on growth and concentrations of testosterone. Animal Reproduction Science, 159. pp. 163-171

More: ResearchOnline@JCU stores 35+ research outputs authored by A/Prof John Cavalieri from 2002 onwards.

Current Funding

Current and recent Research Funding to JCU is shown by funding source and project.

ACIAR - Contract Research

Effect of pre-calving supplementation and yeast culture on colostrun secretion, calf health and growth

Indicative Funding: $12,697 (administered by University of Queensland)
Summary: It is estimated that one million calves die in Australia every year. Between mid-pregnancy and weaning, two-thirds of losses occur within a week of birth. Cows can take several days to achieve full lactation, leaving their calves vulnerable to dehydrate and die when environmental conditions are hot. Poor nutrition during late pregancy may cause hormonal imbalances and inadequate production of colostrum resulting in inadequate transfer of passive immunity to calves and increase calf loss. It is expected that supplemented cows will have better transfer of immunoglobulins to the mammary gland, leading to greater colustrum secretion and quality improving calf health.
Investigators: John Cavalieri, Martin Holzwart, Luis Prada e Silva, Geoffry Fordyce and jarud muller (College of Public Health, Medical & Vet Sciences, The University of Queensland, Department of Agriculture and Fisheries and Forestry)
Keywords: Beef Cattle; Production; bovidae, Bos indicus; calf mortality

Meat & Livestock Australia - Livestock Production R&D Project

Chemical sterilisation as an alternative to spaying of heifers

Indicative Funding: $65,495 over 4 years
Summary: Beef cattle that are excess to breeding requirements are routinely sterilised surgically without the use of pain relief or anaesthesia. Mortalities are not uncommon. The aim of this project is to determine if intraovarian administration of a zinc based compound or calcium chloride can sterilise heifers. If treatment is successful it could provide an alternative method of sterilisation that could provide better welfare outcomes and improve productivity.
Investigators: John Cavalieri (College of Public Health and Medical & Vet Sciences)
Keywords: Bos indicus Bovidae; chemical sterilisation; Reproduction; ultrasonography; contraception; Progesterone

Supervision

Advisory Accreditation: I can be on your Advisory Panel as a Primary or Secondary Advisor.

These Higher Degree Research projects are either current or by students who have completed their studies within the past 5 years at JCU. Linked titles show theses available within ResearchOnline@JCU.

Current

Production performance, milk composition and cheese quality of crossbred dairy sheep supplemented with dietary omega-3 oils (PhD , Secondary Advisor)
Response of Prime Lambs to Dietary Omega-3-Rich Oils: Impact on Meat Quality (PhD , Secondary Advisor)

Completed

Nutritional supplementation with dietary omega-3 PUFA-rich flaxseed and canola oils enhances prime lamb performance and meat quality (2018, PhD , Secondary Advisor)
The meat goat industry in Australia: geographical, seasonal and nutritional influences on reproduction in female goats (2015, PhD , Secondary Advisor)

Collaboration

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