Dr. Anna C. Dilger is a Professor in Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Since her initial appointment in 2010, Dr. Dilger’s research has focused on prenatal and postnatal factors that alter muscle development and growth and their impact on meat yield and quality. She has published nearly 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and her work has been cited over 2,000 times. Dr. Dilger has garnered over $5.8 million in total research support as principal and co-principal investigator and given more than 20 invited research presentations at regional, national, and international venues. Anna is also an engaging and enthusiastic teacher who motivates her students using student-centered activities and innovative assignments, and she excels in her commitment to translating science for the public.