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Strategy & governance
We clarify direction, strengthen decision-making, and translate organizational goals into practical work plans.
Animal health strategy • Research • Preparedness
Clear strategy for complex animal health challenges.
We help organizations turn science, risk, and stakeholder priorities into focused programs that strengthen animal health and industry preparedness.
24+
Years in animal health
$19.8M+
Funding awarded through 41 grants as principal investigator or co-principal investigator
49
Peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts published
105
Invited presentations in the US and internationally to scientific and stakeholder audiences
1,840+
Nursery pigs managed in viral infection research studies
Where we add value
From emerging risk to an executable plan.
Emerging diseases in production animals threaten animal health, producer livelihoods, and the resilience of food systems. We help leaders use disease intelligence and scientific evidence to set priorities, align partners, and build credible programs that protect animal health and strengthen preparedness.
We translate complex scientific data and research findings into clear, producer-friendly communications and practical information that supports on-farm animal-health decisions.
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Disease preparedness
We develop research, surveillance, biosecurity, and response priorities for emerging and transboundary threats.
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Research & engagement
We design competitive programs, convene expert input, and make complex science useful to diverse audiences.
Leadership with range
Scientific depth. Executive perspective. Industry fluency.
Aster is a 100% woman-owned business founded and led by Principal Megan Niederwerder, DVM, PhD. She brings experience spanning executive nonprofit leadership, federally and industry-funded research, veterinary medicine, university teaching, and global animal-health engagement.
Megan leads every engagement. When a project benefits from additional capacity or specialized knowledge, we work with trusted collaborators and subject-matter experts selected for the assignment.
The strongest animal health programs connect rigorous science with the people, resources, and decisions required to act.Aster’s working philosophy
A focused first step
Bring structure to the challenge in front of you.
We can begin with a focused advisory session, a defined project, or ongoing fractional executive support.
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