Research

I investigate how diet, microbial dynamics, and host responses—particularly immune function and digestive physiology—shape the gastrointestinal ecology and microbiomes of livestock. Combining in vivo, in vitro, and in silico approaches, I use multi-omics and modern statistical modeling to uncover mechanisms driving gut health and to develop precise, effective interventions that enhance animal health, performance, and welfare. A key line of my current work at Aarhus University, developed within the PIG‑PARADIGM project, focuses on early-life nutritional strategies to strengthen intestinal resilience and mitigate antimicrobial resistance (AMR). More broadly, my research integrates animal nutrition and health, applied microbiology, and data science to advance sustainable livestock systems.

Profile

I am a researcher with a multidisciplinary background in animal nutrition, gastrointestinal microbiology, and data science, applying this expertise to improve animal health, welfare, and performance in sustainable livestock systems. My experience spans academia and industry in Colombia, the USA, and Denmark, and I hold degrees in animal science, data science, and food science. I have worked in both industrial and academic settings to address challenges related to animal health, productivity, and sustainability. My current work integrates in vivo, in vitro, and in silico approaches to support precision interventions in livestock systems.