Tillämpad etologi
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Group members
- Lena Skånberg
- Josefina Zidar
- Jenny Yngvesson
- Sofia Wilhelmsson
- Jens Malmkvist
- Maria Andersson
- Jenny Loberg
- Lisa Lundin
- Elke Hartmann
- Claes Anderson
- Harry Blokhuis
- Anna Byström
- Anette Wichman
- Yezica Norling
- Lena Lidfors
- Katja Lundqvist
- Therese Rehn
- Jens Jung
- Anna Lundberg
- Hanna Lindqvist
- Christina Lindqvist
Related researchprojects
- Feeling secure: Promoting positive welfare and resilience in laying hens
- Animal encounters in zoos – the effect on learning, conservation actions and animal welfare
- Hästvälfärd hos hästar i hästunderstödda interventioner
- Toilet training: an innovative approach towards increased welfare and sustainability of dairy farming
- Changing the rearing environment for parental animals, as a potential way to improve animal welfare in the chicken meat sector
We research and teach in applied ethology, the scientific study of animal behaviour. Our research on animal behaviour and stress responses is important for promoting good animal welfare and improving human-animal interactions, management and productivity.
Applied Ethology
Applied ethology is the scientific study of animal behaviour. Research in this field plays a vital role in improving animal welfare, optimising management practices, and strengthening our relationships with animals.
Animals contribute in many areas of human life: they support medical research, therapy, education, sport and recreation, assist in work, and are part of our families. They also provide important resources such as food and materials. Understanding how animals behave and respond to stress is key to ensuring their welfare and responsible care.
Our research focus:
We aim to provide evidence-based knowledge into animal behaviour, stress responses and welfare to enhance the understanding of the animal mind.
Key areas include:
- Investigating animal motivation, preferences and needs from the animal’s perspective, taking the senses and perception of the animal into account.
- Develop and validate low- or non-invasive methods for behavioural assessment using primarily visual observation, analysis of vocalisations, and physiological indicators.
- Conduct valid tests of personality and cognition in domestic animals.
- Quantify how genetic selection, environment and management affect animal behaviour.
- Validate methods for automatic behaviour monitoring as surveillance and management tools.
- Advance understanding of human-animal interactions (Anthrozoology).
We make our research accessible to students, professionals, and anyone who interacts with animals, whether in agriculture, therapy, or as pet owners, thereby contributing to improved animal welfare.