Sector: Office of the Deputy Head of Technology Transfer
Função: Deputy Head of Research Center
Data de Contratação: 29/10/2015
Matrícula: 363873
Minicurrículo
Teresa Herr is a researcher at Embrapa Meio-Norte, where she works with dedication and commitment in the field of Animal Science, particularly in nutrition, management, and animal production, with a focus on poultry. An agricultural engineer graduated from the Federal University of Viçosa (2000), with a masters (2003) and a doctorate (2007) in Animal Science from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, she has built a career marked by a constant pursuit of sustainable and innovative solutions for Brazilian agriculture. With solid experience in feed evaluation, nutritional requirements, and productive efficiency, she has contributed to the development of technologies applied to family farming and to promoting resilience in the Brazilian semiarid region, prioritizing animal welfare and the appreciation of local resources. Her work at Embrapa encompasses projects that integrate research, innovation, and technology transfer, such as the development of alternative feed based on regional grains, the valorization of natural products, and initiatives aimed at conserving animal genetic resources. She holds leadership and collaborative roles in technical and innovation committees, demonstrating strong management skills, systemic vision, and institutional commitment. Author of books, chapters, and scientific articles recognized both nationally and internationally, Teresa combines technical rigor with social sensitivity, maintaining collaboration in research on free-range chickens and embracing cooperation as a core principle of her professional practice. Her trajectory reflects the dedication of someone who believes that scientific knowledge should serve human development and sustainability, building bridges between research and the field, between academic knowledge and traditional wisdom.
Formação Acadêmica
1995 - 2000
Graduação em Agronomia
Universidade Federal de Viçosa
Título: Engenheiro Agronomo
Ano de obtenção: 2000
2002 - 2003
Mestrado em Zootecnia
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
Título: A ifluência da restrição de água no desempenho de frangos de corte
Ano de obtenção: 2003
Orientador: Antônio Mário Penz Júnior
2004 - 2007
Doutorado em Zootecnia
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
Título: Eficiência de Deposição de Lisina aos 26, 33 e 40 dias de Idade em Frangos de Corte
Ano de obtenção: 2007
Orientador: Alexandre de Mello Kessler
Áreas de Conhecimento
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Nutrition and Animal Feed / Especialidade: Animal Feed Assessment
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Nutrition and Animal Feed / Especialidade: Animal Nutritional Requirements
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Animal Production / Especialidade: Animal Husbandry
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Animal Production / Especialidade: Animal Management
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Animal Production
- Grande área: Agricultural Sciences / Área: Animal Science / Subárea: Nutrition and Animal Feed