Short biography
Alex Bach has been conducting research in ruminant nutrition and management for more than 25 years. He studies the physiology and metabolism of ruminants with special emphasis on the impact of nutrition and management during early development on future metabolic function. He has received several awards in recognition to his research activities, has spoken at more than 150 international congresses, is author or co-author of more than 170 peer-reviewed publications, more than 120 extension articles, and more than 20 books (or book chapters). He has served as a scientific expert in several committees of the European Food Safety Authority and the European Research Council. He is section editor and sits in the editorial board of several scientific journals, and is member of various scientific committees. In his spare time, he enjoys running, biking, and windsurfing.
