Scholars@UK
Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation-derived postbiotic on methane production and plasma metabolome of fattening Holstein steers fed a high-grain diet
Dhungana, A., Odunfa, O. A., Altman, A., Ogunade, I., McLeod, K. R., Yoon, I., Harmon, D. L. & Jiang, Y., 2025, In: Journal of Animal Science. 103, skaf307.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Identification of Metabolic Pathways and Hub Genes Associated with Ultrasound Subcutaneous Fat and Muscle Depth of the Longissimus Muscle in Cull Beef Cows Using Gene Co-Expression Analysis
Shinde, H., McLeod, K. R. & Lehmkuhler, J. W., Sep 2025, In: Animals. 15, 17, 2636.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Nutrient net absorption across the portal-drained viscera of forage-fed beef steers: Quantitative assessment and application to a nutritional prediction model
El-Kadi, S. W., McLeod, K. R., Elam, N. A., Kitts, S. E., Taylor, C. C., Harmon, D. L., Bequette, B. J. & Vanzant, E. S., Sep 2008, In: Journal of Animal Science. 86, 9, p. 2277-2287 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Essential oil supplementation improves insulin sensitivity and modulates the plasma metabolome of hyperinsulinemic horses
Loos, C. M. M., Zhao, S., Li, L., Li, J., Han, W., Vanzant, E. S. & McLeod, K. R., 2024, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 11, 1444581.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Nutraceutical Supplement Mitigates Insulin Resistance in Horses with a History of Insulin Dysregulation During a Challenge with a High-Starch Diet
Loos, C., Castelein, A., Vanzant, E., Adam, E. & McLeod, K. R., Dec 2024, In: Animals. 14, 23, 3385.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Effects of a Proprietary Kelp Blend Product on Enteric Methane Production and Tissue Residues in Cattle
Altman, A., Vanzant, E., Davis, S., Harmon, D. & McLeod, K. R., Aug 2024, In: Animals. 14, 16, 2411.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Impact of endophyte-infected tall fescue seed consumption on endocrine changes associated with intake regulation and post-absorptive metabolism in growing steers
King, M. E., Herzing, H. M., McLeod, K. R., Klotz, J. L., Foote, A. P., Edwards, J. L. & Harmon, D. L., Oct 2024, In: Domestic Animal Endocrinology. 89, 106873.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Review: Utilizing industrial hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) by-products in livestock rations
Altman, A. W., Kent-Dennis, C., Klotz, J. L., McLeod, K. R., Vanzant, E. S. & Harmon, D. L., Jan 2024, In: Animal Feed Science and Technology. 307, 115850.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Influence of Anti-Coccidial Compounds and Phytogenic Saponin Extracts on In Vitro and In Vivo Ruminal Fermentation and Methane Production of Cattle
Trotta, R. J., Kreikemeier, K. K., Foote, S., McLeod, K. R. & Harmon, D. L., Jul 2023, In: Animals. 13, 14, 2308.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
In Vitro Measurements of True Digestibility and Products of Digestion Using Multiple Cultivars of Non-Extracted and CBD-Extracted Industrial Hemp Biomass (Cannabis sativa)
Altman, A. W., Vanzant, E. S., McLeod, K. R. & Harmon, D. L., 2022, In: Frontiers in Animal Science. 3, 915916.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Interactions between animal temperament and exposure to endophytic tall fescue: Effects on cell-mediated and humoral immunity in beef heifers
Altman, A. W., Adams, A. A., McLeod, K. R. & Vanzant, E. S., 2023, In: Frontiers in Animal Science. 4, 1086755.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Impact of ergot alkaloid and steroidal implant on whole-body protein turnover and expression of mTOR pathway proteins in muscle of cattle
Ferguson, T. D., Loos, C. M. M., Vanzant, E. S., Urschel, K. L., Klotz, J. L. & McLeod, K. R., 2023, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 10, 1104361.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Differential effect of two dietary protein sources on time course response of muscle anabolic signaling pathways in normal and insulin dysregulated horses
Loos, C. M. M., McLeod, K. R., Vanzant, E. S., Stratton, S. A., Bohannan, A. D., Coleman, R. J., van Doorn, D. A. & Urschel, K. L., Aug 1 2022, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 9, 896220.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Effects of Bromocriptine on Glucose and Insulin Dynamics in Normal and Insulin Dysregulated Horses
Loos, C. M. M., Urschel, K. L., Vanzant, E. S., Oberhaus, E. L., Bohannan, A. D., Klotz, J. L. & McLeod, K. R., May 31 2022, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 9, 889888.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Correction to “Synthesis, Evaluation, and Characterization of an Ergotamine Imprinted Styrene-Based Polymer for Potential Use as an Ergot Alkaloid Selective Adsorbent�
Kudupoje, M. B., Vanzant, E. S., McLeod, K. R. & Yiannikouris, A., Jan 11 2022, In: ACS Omega. 7, 1, p. 1538 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate
Endophyte Infected Tall Fescue: Plant Symbiosis to Animal Toxicosis
Ferguson, T. D., Vanzant, E. S. & McLeod, K. R., Dec 24 2021, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 8, 774287.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
Ergot alkaloids reduce circulating serotonin in the bovine
Valente, E. E. L., Klotz, J. L., Ahn, G., McLeod, K. R., Herzing, H. M., King, M. & Harmon, D. L., Dec 1 2020, In: Journal of Animal Science. 98, 12Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
The Impact of Feeding Cannabidiol (CBD) Containing Treats on Canine Response to a Noise-Induced Fear Response Test
Kitts-Morgan, S. E., Spangler, D. M., McLeod, K. R., Costa, J. H. C. & Harmon, D. L., 2020, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 7, p. 569565Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Feeding Cannabidiol (CBD)-Containing Treats Did Not Affect Canine Daily Voluntary Activity
Kitts-Morgan, S. E., Spangler, D. M., Gebert, J., Vanzant, E. S., McLeod, K. R. & Harmon, D. L., 2021, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 8, p. 645667Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Alteration of the Canine Metabolome After a 3-Week Supplementation of Cannabidiol (CBD) Containing Treats: An Exploratory Study of Healthy Animals
Kitts-Morgan, S. E., Spangler, D. M., Ogunade, I. M., McLeod, K. R. & Harmon, D. L., 2021, In: Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 8, p. 685606Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
ARS/FAPRU: Improving Sustainability of Forage-Based Production Systems
McLeod, K. (PI)
8/28/25 → 8/27/26
Project: Research project
ARS/FAPRU: Improving Sustainability of Forage-Based Production Systems
Matthews, J. (PI), Bridges, P. (CoI), Ely, D. (CoI), Haan, N. (CoI), Harmon, D. (CoI), Hunt, A. (CoI), Ji, H. (CoI), McCulley, R. (CoI), McLeod, K. (CoI), Phillips, T. (CoI), Schardl, C. (CoI), Smith, S. (CoI), Suman, S. (CoI), Teutsch, C. (CoI), Trotta, R. (CoI), VanValin, K. (CoI) & Zhu, H. (CoI)
8/28/25 → 8/27/26
Project: Research project
ARS/FAPRU: Improving Sustainability of Forage-Based Production Systems
Matthews, J. (PI), Anderson, L. (CoI), Bridges, P. (CoI), Ely, D. (CoI), Haan, N. (CoI), Harmon, D. (CoI), Hunt, A. (CoI), Ji, H. (CoI), McCulley, R. (CoI), McLeod, K. (CoI), Phillips, T. (CoI), Rentfrow, G. (CoI), Schardl, C. (CoI), Smith, S. (CoI), Suman, S. (CoI), Teutsch, C. (CoI), VanValin, K. (CoI) & Zhu, H. (CoI)
5/1/23 → 4/30/26
Project: Research project
ARS/FAPRU: McLeod - Improving Sustainability of Forage-Based Production Systems
McLeod, K. (PI)
5/1/23 → 4/30/26
Project: Research project
The Agronomy of Hemp and Its Uses in Forage-Animal Agriculture
Harmon, D. (PI), Ely, D. (CoI), McLeod, K. (CoI) & Vanzant, E. (CoI)
8/1/21 → 7/31/26
Project: Research project
The Agronomy of Hemp and Its Uses in Forage-Animal Agriculture
Matthews, J. (PI), Adam, E. (CoI), Adams, A. (CoI), Ely, D. (CoI), Gauthier, N. (CoI), Harmon, D. (CoI), Hunt, A. (CoI), Ji, H. (CoI), Kawashima, T. (CoI), Lawrence, L. (CoI), Mark, T. (CoI), McCulley, R. (CoI), McLeod, K. (CoI), Moe, L. (CoI), Page, A. (CoI), Pearce, R. (CoI), Schendel, R. (CoI), Urschel, K. (CoI), Vanzant, E. (CoI), Villanueva, R. (CoI) & Xiong, Y. (CoI)
8/1/21 → 7/31/26
Project: Research project
Impact of Feeding Foods Containing Industrial Hemp on Health and Well-Being of Dogs
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
2/27/18 → 8/26/21
Project: Research project
LAD and Monensin in Vitro VFA Study
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
9/20/10 → 12/31/13
Project: Research project
Imact of Differing Forms of Monensin on Ruminal Volatile Fatty Acid Profiles in Steers Fed a Medium Concentrate Diet
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
7/21/10 → 12/21/11
Project: Research project
Essential Amino Acid and Fatty Acid Studies in Cats 2009-2010
McLeod, K. (PI)
1/1/07 → 2/28/09
Project: Research project
Elanco Animal Health Clinical Research Study Agreement - UKYDH0803
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
5/15/08 → 12/31/09
Project: Research project
Elanco Animal Health Clinical Research Study Agreement - UKYDH0802
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
6/15/08 → 12/31/09
Project: Research project
Essential Amino Acid and Fatty Acid Studies in Cats
McLeod, K. (PI)
1/1/07 → 12/31/13
Project: Research project
Understanding How Chlortetracycline Improves the Carcass Quality of Finishing Beef Cattle Project (CTC Project)
Matthews, J. (PI), Bullock, K. (CoI), Lynn, B. (CoI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
5/5/05 → 5/4/07
Project: Research project
Nutrient Utilization in the Dog
Harmon, D. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
6/1/01 → 12/31/13
Project: Research project
ARS/FAPRU: Alkaloid consumption impacts intestinal function and innate immunity in cattle
McLeod, K. (PI)
5/1/18 → 4/30/23
Project: Research project
ARS/FAPRU: Reconditioning Beef Cows:Supplementation Effects on Protein Synthesis
Lehmkuhler, J. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
5/1/18 → 4/30/23
Project: Research project
Improving Sustainability of Forage-Based Production Systems
Matthews, J. (PI), Aaron, D. (CoI), Anderson, L. (CoI), Barrett, M. (CoI), Bridges, P. (CoI), Ely, D. (CoI), Harmon, D. (CoI), Hunt, A. (CoI), Ji, H. (CoI), McCulley, R. (CoI), McDowell, K. (CoI), McLeod, K. (CoI), Phillips, T. (CoI), Schardl, C. (CoI), Schendel, R. (CoI), Smith, S. (CoI), Teutsch, C. (CoI), Vanzant, E. (CoI), Bennett, A. (Former PI), Houtz, R. (Former PI) & Holder, M. (Former CoI)
5/1/18 → 4/30/23
Project: Research project
ARS/SCA Cooperative Agreement - Grazing Strategies to optimize Production in Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pasture Systems
Vanzant, E. (PI) & McLeod, K. (CoI)
7/1/07 → 12/31/09
Project: Research project
ARS/SCA Cooperative Agreement - Impact of supplemental energy on nitrogen conservation, mechanisms of amino acid and nucleoside absorption, and amino acid metabolism of forage-fed beef cattle
McLeod, K. (PI), Boling, J. (CoI), Harmon, D. (CoI), Matthews, J. (CoI) & Vanzant, E. (CoI)
3/6/07 → 12/31/09
Project: Research project
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