Dr. Manriquez is originally from the south of Chile. After obtaining a DVM degree from the University of Concepción of Chile, he practiced small animal medicine for almost two years. Then came to The U.S. to obtain a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences, where he became passionate about the role animal health plays in food security and in the sustainability of dairy systems. Manriquez’s research focuses on improving the health performance of dairy cattle, including the development of early detection of disease strategies and the integration of epidemiologic, behavioral, metabolic, and microbiome data to understand the impact of productive practices on dairy cattle performance, workers, and the environment. He is also very interested in applying a systematic approach to ensure dairy system sustainability.​