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Animal Science and Veterinary

D-Index
30
Citations
3007
World Ranking
2489
National Ranking
91

W. Bessei publication distribution in Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where W. Bessei sits on this spectrum.

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29 publications 442+

This scientist: 127 publications — 44th percentile

44% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 442 publications or more.

W. Bessei D-index placement in Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Animal Science and Veterinary scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where W. Bessei sits on this spectrum.

20 D-Index: 5 scientists 21 D-Index: 22 scientists 22 D-Index: 31 scientists 23 D-Index: 44 scientists 24 D-Index: 53 scientists 25 D-Index: 66 scientists 26 D-Index: 80 scientists 27 D-Index: 101 scientists 28 D-Index: 106 scientists 29 D-Index: 116 scientists 30 D-Index: 154 scientists 31 D-Index: 158 scientists 32 D-Index: 143 scientists 33 D-Index: 137 scientists 34 D-Index: 126 scientists 35 D-Index: 134 scientists 36 D-Index: 112 scientists 37 D-Index: 115 scientists 38 D-Index: 105 scientists 39 D-Index: 111 scientists 40 D-Index: 107 scientists 41 D-Index: 87 scientists 42 D-Index: 74 scientists 43 D-Index: 62 scientists 44 D-Index: 61 scientists 45 D-Index: 41 scientists 46 D-Index: 51 scientists 47 D-Index: 43 scientists 48 D-Index: 28 scientists 49 D-Index: 47 scientists 50 D-Index: 40 scientists 51 D-Index: 34 scientists 52 D-Index: 33 scientists 53 D-Index: 43 scientists 54 D-Index: 16 scientists 55 D-Index: 32 scientists 56 D-Index: 21 scientists 57 D-Index: 18 scientists 58 D-Index: 28 scientists 59 D-Index: 33 scientists 60 D-Index: 17 scientists 61 D-Index: 21 scientists 62 D-Index: 18 scientists 63 D-Index: 21 scientists 64 D-Index: 9 scientists 65 D-Index: 20 scientists 66 D-Index: 11 scientists 67 D-Index: 16 scientists 68 D-Index: 12 scientists 69 D-Index: 17 scientists 70 D-Index: 13 scientists 71 D-Index: 15 scientists 72 D-Index: 11 scientists 73 D-Index: 11 scientists 74 D-Index: 14 scientists 75 D-Index: 5 scientists 76 D-Index: 6 scientists 77+ D-Index: 100 scientists
20 D-Index 77+

This scientist: 30 D-Index — 25th percentile

25% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 77 D-Index or more.

Best Publications

  • Welfare of broilers: a review

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  • Welfare of broilers: a review

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  • The LayWel project: welfare implications of changes in production systems for laying hens

    Harry Blokhuis;T. Fiks Van Niekerk;W. Bessei;A. Elson

  • Impact of Housing Environment on the Immune System in Chickens: A Review.

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  • Impact of animal welfare on worldwide poultry production

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  • The welfare of chickens kept for meat production (broilers)

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  • Genetic parameters for feather pecking and aggressive behavior in a large F2-cross of laying hens using generalized linear mixed models

    J. Bennewitz;S Bögelein;P. Stratz;M. Rodehutscord

  • [Effect of locomotor activity on leg disorder in fattening chicken].

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  • The effect of feather eating on feed passage in laying hens.

    A. Harlander-Matauschek;H. P. Piepho;W. Bessei

  • Effect of locomotor activity on bone development and leg disorders in broilers

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  • Indirect selection for improvement of animal well-being.

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  • Comparison and evaluation of bone measurements for the assessment of mineral phosphorus sources in broilers

    Y. Shastak;M. Witzig;K. Hartung;W. Bessei

  • The demand of laying hens for feathers and wood shavings

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  • The effects of lighting conditions on the behaviour of laying hens

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  • Fear and social motivation as factors in open-field behaviour of the domestic chick. A theoretical consideration [behaviour, open-field test].

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  • Dietary inclusion of feathers affects intestinal microbiota and microbial metabolites in growing Leghorn-type chickens

    B. Meyer;W. Bessei;W. Vahjen;J. Zentek

  • The interrelationships of nutrition and feather pecking in the domestic fowl – A review

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  • Quantitative genetic analysis of traits related to fear and feather pecking in laying hens.

    Vanessa Grams;Stefanie Bögelein;Michael A. Grashorn;Werner Bessei

  • Genetic and physiological factors influencing feather pecking in chickens

    M. Wysocki;W. Bessei;J.B. Kjaer;J. Bennewitz

  • Bone development and activity in chickens in response to reduced weight-load on legs

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Related Online Degrees & Career Pathways

For students interested in Animal Science and Veterinary studies, exploring related fields can broaden career opportunities. Degrees in fields like exercise science provide valuable knowledge on animal physiology and rehabilitation. Many universities offer exercise science degrees online, making it accessible for working professionals and remote learners.

Behavioral analysis is another complementary area, especially when working with animals that require specialized training or therapy. Those interested in advancing their expertise can consider BCBA certification through various bcba masters programs, which are offered both online and in-person.

Mental health aspects of animal care and education are gaining attention. For instance, parallels between human and animal psychology lead some professionals to pursue degrees like school psychology. Aspiring educational psychologists can find quality online school psychology programs nasp approved, which help prepare them to support diverse learning environments.

Further specialization is available through clinical psychology paths, such as apa accredited psyd programs. These programs typically do not require the GRE and can enhance understanding of behavioral health, a skill increasingly relevant in holistic veterinary care.

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