Adnan Alrubaye, assistant professor of poultry science and associate director of the graduate program in cell and molecular biology program, presented the keynote address at the Third Arab Regional Poultry Congress event held in April.

His speech was "Bacterial Chondronecrosis with Osteomyelitis in Broiler Chicken," which he delivered at the Hawaii Paradise Resort in Hurghada, Egypt, to an audience of leading experts in poultry science meeting to discuss emerging trends, challenges and innovations in the industry.

Alrubaye's appearance as keynote speaker included an invitation to visit Egypt's Poultry Research Institution and the University of Cairo to create opportunities for research and academic collaboration.

"I was honored to be invited to deliver the keynote speech at the Third Arab Regional Poultry Congress in Egypt," Alrubaye said. "I shared the most recent research advancements about bacterial chondronecrosis with osteomyelitis BCO lameness in broiler chickens. BCO lameness is one of the main animal welfare and food safety issues facing the poultry industry in the United States and worldwide. It was an honor to contribute to this vital dialogue at such a pivotal moment for the region's poultry sector."

Bacterial chondronecrosis with osteomyelitis (BCO) is a significant cause of lameness in broiler chickens, leading to substantial economic losses and welfare concerns in poultry production. BCO is characterized by bacterial infection in the growth plates of long bones, particularly the femur and tibia, resulting in necrosis and impaired mobility. Alrubaye's presentation highlighted the causes, pathogenesis and mitigation of BCO lameness using feed additives and vaccines.

The Third Arab Regional Poultry Congress was organized in Egypt, a country renowned for being the largest poultry producer in both the Middle East and Africa. The congress highlights Egypt's pivotal role in the global meat and poultry market, where it ranks as the third-largest consumer.

"The Third Arab Regional Poultry Congress is a key platform for advancing innovation and collaboration across borders to ensure a more resilient, efficient and sustainable poultry value chain," Alrubaye said. "Events like this strengthen our shared vision for the future of agriculture in the poultry sector. I am proud to support efforts that empower producers and elevate food security across the globe."

Alrubaye teaches classes in the Department of Poultry Science in the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences, and the Department of Biological Sciences at the U of A.

He holds a doctoral degree in cell and molecular biology and master's degrees in medical microbiology and science education. He is a poultry microbiologist whose research focuses on identifying the bacterial causes and mitigation measures for bacterial chondronecrosis with osteomyelitis in broilers.

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