Margriet M. W. B. Hendriks
Graduate School Experimental Plant Sciences, Institute of Agricultural Engineering
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Margriet M. W. B. Hendriks is a leading researcher in animal behaviour and welfare science, with a focused expertise in the behaviour of dairy cows within automated milking systems. Her pioneering work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of how technological interventions affect livestock welfare and productivity. In her most cited study (43 citations), she examined the behavioural consequences of omitted milking during cluster attachment failures, revealing critical insights into cow stress responses and the importance of system reliability. Her earlier foundational research (26 citations) explored how cows navigate selection for milking within automatic milking stalls, providing essential data for designing more animal-friendly milking environments. Hendriks’ contributions are notable for bridging the gap between engineering design and ethology, demonstrating how subtle changes in milking protocols can significantly impact cow comfort and behaviour. Her work remains highly influential among animal scientists, agricultural engineers, and dairy industry professionals seeking to optimize both productivity and animal welfare in modern farming systems.
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