Dr. John Basarab

Associate Professor

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Biography

John Basarab is an Associate Professor in Livestock Genetics at the University of Alberta with over 30 years of experience in beef cattle production management. He received his BSc in Agriculture, majoring in Animal Science, and a PhD in Animal Genetics from the University of Alberta. His research focuses on improving feed efficiency, developing low-cost genotyping strategies, and evaluating selection indexes for replacement heifers. He has played a significant role in creating the largest genotype-phenotype databases for beef cattle in Canada and has collaborated globally for genetic marker discovery. John has co-authored more than 300 scientific and extension articles and has received several awards, including the 2010 Canadian Animal Industries Award for Extension Public Service. He has presented at over 250 seminars across various countries and has taught courses on Animal Breeding and provided guest lectures on feed efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

1981-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in Livestock Genetics.

Director Beef Operations

— Present

Livestock Gentec •

Overseeing beef operations and conducting related research.

Awards

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Canadian Animal Industries Award Extension Public Service

2010-01-01
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Don Matthews Memorial Award

2020-01-01

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management