Brittany Scott and Andrei Takeshita de Oliveria presenting their posters at the 52nd IETS Annual Conference poster session in Panama City, Panama on January 20, 2026. The research presented the first evidence of forever chemical contamination in bovine embryos, “De Oliveira AT, Rubessa M, Ulanov A, Scott B, Wheeler MB. (2026) Forever chemical: industrial contaminant detection across US bovine embryos. Reproduction Fertility and Development 38, RDv38n1Ab90. https://doi.org/10.1071/RDv38n1Ab90” and Zimmerman L, De Oliveira AT, Rubessa M, Ulanov A, Scott B, Wheeler MB. (2026) Forever chemical: industrial contaminant detection between in vitro- and in vivo-produced embryos. Reproduction Fertility and Development 38, RDv38n1Ab91. https://doi.org/10.1071/RDv38n1Ab91

Dr. Matt Wheeler, Brittany Scott and Andrei Takeshita de Oliveria standing by their poster describing their collaborative project, “Comparative analysis of semen separation methods for in vitro fertilization in goats.” Reproduction Fertility and Development 38, RDv38n1Ab104. https://doi.org/10.1071/RDv38n1Ab104

A wonderful end to a memorable IETS Annual Conference in Panama! The celebration in old Panama City raised by pirates lead by Henry Morgan in January 1671.

Registration for the IETS Pre-Conference Symposium: Bridging Science and Practice: Innovations in Bovine Reproductive Management!

The pre-conference was attended by 239 delegates and translated into Spanish and Portuguese! WOW!

Dr. Janeen Salak-Johnson from Michigan State University providing insight into “How improving well-being can increase livestock productivity“. This presentation was very well-received by the audience.

Dr. Luiz Nasser of BORN Biotechnologies leads the Round Table Discussion with the speakers and the delegates. An exciting exchange of ideas!

Luiz Nasser of BORN Biotechnologies, Brittany Scott of Smart Reproduction and Matt Wheeler from the University of Illinois celebrate the successful conclusion of the symposium!

ETS 52nd Annual Conference January 17-20, 2026
Panama City, Panama

🎉 Get Ready to Revolutionize Reproduction! 🐄

Join the Panama Local Organizing Committee 2026 Pre-Conference Symposium

📅 Saturday, January 17, 2026

📍 Kick off the year with cutting-edge insights and global expertise!

🚀 Whether you’re a researcher, practitioner, or industry leader, this one-day powerhouse event will ignite your understanding of bovine fertility and productivity. Dive into the latest breakthroughs, practical strategies, and future-forward technologies shaping the world of cattle reproduction.

🔬 Featured Sessions & Global Experts:

Opening Keynotes
Luiz Nasser, PhD • Brittany Scott, MS • Matthew B. Wheeler, PhD
Setting the stage for innovation and collaboration

Boosting Productivity Through Well-Being
Janeen Salak-Johnson, PhD
Discover how animal welfare drives performance

Synchronization Strategies for Embryo Recipients
Gabriel A. Bo, Med. Vet, MVSc, PhD
Precision timing for optimal outcomes

Embryonic Loss in Tropical Herds
Roberto Sartori, PhD, DVM
Unpacking the hidden costs and solutions

High-Fertility Cycling in Dairy Cattle
Milo Wiltbank, PhD & Paul Frike, PhD
Unlocking the secrets of elite fertility

Metabolomics & Fertility in Beef Cattle
Pietro S. Baruselli, PhD
A molecular lens on reproductive success

Scaling Up In Vitro Embryo Programs
Rodrigo Mendes Untura, DVM
From lab to pasture—making it work

💬 Roundtable Power Hour
Engage with all presenters in a dynamic discussion on the future of bovine reproduction. Ask questions, share insights, and connect with the best minds in the field.

🎟️ Don’t miss this rare convergence of science, practice, and global expertise.
Secure your spot and be part of the movement transforming livestock reproduction!