Niu, Mutian Prof. Dr.

Institutional Appointments

Since June 2021, Dr. Niu has been a Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Animal Nutrition at ETH Zurich's Institute of Agricultural Sciences. His previous roles include assistant professorships at the University of Pennsylvania and data scientist at Farmer's Business Network, Inc.

Professional Societies 

Dr. Niu is actively involved in various professional societies, including the Society of Dairy Technology (since 2023) and the Swiss Association for Animal Sciences (since 2021). His memberships reflect a commitment to collaborative progress in animal science.

Supervision

Dr. Niu leads an active mentorship program at ETH Zurich, supervising postdoctoral researchers, doctoral students, and Master’s and Bachelor’s thesis projects. His mentees contribute to research in methane mitigation, nutrient efficiency, and animal health.

Service to the Academic Community

Dr. Niu serves on the editorial boards of “Animal Nutritiomics” and the “International Journal of Dairy Technology” and has played significant roles in international conferences, including the European Conference on Precision Livestock Farming (2022). He contributes to global research networks addressing agricultural greenhouse gases and serves as an advisor for climate-focused dairy production initiatives.

Service to ETH Zurich 

As a faculty member at ETH Zurich, Dr. Niu serves on various academic committees. His roles include examining doctoral candidates and leading the ETH Animal Nutrition group, underscoring his dedication to academic excellence.

Invited Talks and Public Outreach

Dr. Niu is a sought-after speaker at international conferences, including the upcoming GGAA Conference 2025 and the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA) Annual Meeting in 2024. His outreach activities involve educating the public on sustainable animal practices, showcased through events like Food Day @ETH and exhibits on climate-smart agriculture.

Approved Research Projects

Recent projects led by Dr. Niu include innovative studies on methane reduction in dairy cows using non-invasive exhalomics, funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, and plant-based nutritional strategies, supported by industry partners like Cargill and Delacon. These projects are pivotal in developing eco-friendly solutions in animal agriculture.

Publications 

Dr. Niu's publications focus on mitigating environmental impacts through enhanced livestock management and precision farming. His studies in journals like the “Journal of Dairy Science” explore methods for reducing methane emissions and improving dairy cattle welfare, contributing to sustainable practices in animal husbandry.

This summary highlights Dr. Niu's contributions and ongoing work in transforming animal agriculture for a sustainable future.

A comprehensive list of his publications is available below or on his google scholar page

(external page link) for further reference.