Research at the Reproductive Biology Center focuses on developing both basic and applied assisted reproductive technologies for use in livestock improvement, production of trangenic animals for biomedical applications, and propagation of exotic and endangered species.

Developments in molecular biology, immunology and genetic engineering have given new dimensions to research on farm animal production. The LSU AgCenter’s Reproductive Biology Center is recognized worldwide as a leader in assisted reproductive technologies for use in livestock improvement, biomedical applications, and propagation of exotic and endangered animal species.

Research on livestock reproduction has been given a boost through the expansion and remodeling of one of the country's top facilities - the LSU AgCenter's Embryo Biotechnology Laboratory.

Males of an animal species have an advantage over females in the propagation of their genes.