Equine Science 4 Kids! is a redesigned, interactive youth component now available on the Rutgers Equine Science Center website. It features an illustrated version of Lord Nelson, a 37-year old American Quarter Horse, as the figurehead to guide youth through the component.

"Lord Nelson has witnessed the development of the Equine Science Center and experienced over 20 years of Rutgers University history," said Dr. Karyn Malinowski, director of the center. Malinowski brought Lord Nelson to Rutgers University in 1978.

Lord Nelson had a long career at the university before his retirement in 2000. He worked with university police as a mounted patrol horse and entertained university fans as the horse ridden by the Scarlet Knights football mascot.

"Lord Nelson is not only the perfect candidate to help teach budding scientists and young horse enthusiasts about equine science, but at 37 years young, he is truly a testament to the scientific research conducted at the Equine Science Center," said Malinowski