Thermo Fisher Scientific and the International Livestock Research Institute join forces to transform sustainable livestock production in developing countries
Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, and the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), a CGIAR research center dedicated to improving food security and reducing poverty through livestock research, announced this week a landmark collaboration at the 31st Plant and Animal Genome Conference (PAG). The signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between these two organizations marks the beginning of a new era of cooperation with the shared goal of advancing sustainable livestock production systems in developing countries.
This collaborative effort signifies a long-term commitment to work together on joint projects that aim to expand and secure the food supply in developing nations. By pooling their resources, expertise, and cutting-edge research and development capabilities, Thermo Fisher Scientific and ILRI will be able to address current and future challenges in the livestock industry.
Both organizations bring unique strengths and capabilities to the table, making this collaboration a powerful force for positive change in the agricultural sector.
Karen Nelson, chief scientific officer at Thermo Fisher Scientific, expressed her enthusiasm for this groundbreaking partnership, stating,
"We are thrilled to embark on this collaborative journey with ILRI, and we're confident that our combined research and development efforts will significantly contribute to food security in developing countries."
This collaboration between Thermo Fisher Scientific and ILRI highlights the power of partnerships in addressing critical global challenges. Together, they are paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future, where access to nutritious food is enhanced, poverty is reduced, and the world becomes a healthier and safer place for all.
Appolinaire Djikeng, director general of ILRI, says that the MoU represents a “strategic research and development partnership between ILRI, the broader CGIAR system and Thermo Fisher. It is a very important step towards leveraging industry capabilities to drive sustainable livestock development in the global South with a particular focus on vulnerable livestock producers. I am personally excited that through this partnership, we’ll leverage the power of our combined capabilities to deliver innovations in building resilient food systems.”
About Thermo Fisher Scientific:
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
About the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI):
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving food security and reducing poverty through livestock research. ILRI conducts innovative research for sustainable and equitable livestock value chains in developing countries, contributing to enhanced livelihoods and a more sustainable environment.