Dr. Martin Zuidhof

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Martin Zuidhof is a Professor in the Department of Agricultural, Life, and Environmental Sciences at the University of Alberta, specializing in Poultry Systems Modeling and Precision Feeding. His research focuses on developing transformative precision feeding systems that control individual feed intake in group-housed chickens. Over his 10 years leading a research team, he has consistently achieved high flock uniformity, with a coefficient variation in body weight of less than 2%. His precision feeding systems not only enhance reproductive success in poultry but also address significant societal issues related to animal confinement. Dr. Zuidhof’s research interests include optimizing nutritional management for poultry and analyzing dietary energy partitioning related to growth and reproduction. He employs advanced statistical models and methodologies in his research. In addition to his research, he emphasizes a collaborative teaching philosophy that intertwines teaching with research, fostering a climate of critical thinking and continuous improvement among his students.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Leading research in Poultry Systems Modeling and Precision Feeding.

Courses

AN SC 101 - Principles Animal Agriculture

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
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Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management