Erika Shirer

Researcher

Last publication 2025 Last refreshed 2026-05-02

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Animal Science

2 pubs

Biography and Research Information

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Erika Shirer's research focuses on the impact of dietary components and microbial interventions on the health and performance of livestock. Her work investigates the effects of fiber and stimbiotics on growth performance and the gut microbiome in pigs, particularly in the context of challenges from enterotoxigenic *Escherichia coli* (ETEC). This research aims to understand how specific feed additives can modulate the gut environment and influence animal health outcomes. Shirer has collaborated with researchers Alisun N Watson and Charles V Maxwell on multiple publications, contributing to the growing body of work in animal science and nutrition.

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  • Publications: 2

Selected Publications

  • 233 Effect of fiber and stimbiotic on growth performance and the gut microbiome in pigs challenged with F18 enterotoxigenic <i>Escherichia coli</i> (ETEC) (2025)
  • PSIV-A-3 Effect of fiber and stimbiotic on growth performance and the gut microbiome in pigs challenged with F18 enterotoxigenic <i>Escherichia coli</i> (ETEC) (2024)

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