NDSU Reproductive Physiology and Embryology

Name: Kim Vonnahme

Degree: PhD, Reproductive Physiology - University of Wyoming , 2003
MS, Animal Science- Oklahoma State University , 1998
BS, Animal Science- Iowa State University , 1996

Email: kim.vonnahme@ndsu.edu

Program: Dr. Vonnahme’s research focuses on the effects of nutrition on growth, vascular development, and cardiovascular function of the fetus and placenta as well as offspring after birth. The goal of this research is to provide an optimal uterine environment to ensure maternal, fetal and postnatal health. Dr. Vonnahme is also involved in studies evaluating the phytoestrogen effects of flax on reproductive tissues, with the goal of finding better methods to regulate fertility.

Dr. Vonnahme is an Assistant Professor associated with the Center for Nutrition and Pregnancy (CNP). The CNP has extensive research and educational efforts involving collaborators at NDSU, throughout North Dakota, as well as nationally and internationally. These research and teaching efforts address issues critical to both livestock production and human health.