Dr. Thomas Lopdell

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Biography

Thomas Lopdell is a Senior Research Officer in Bioinformatics at Massey University, specializing in molecular genetics and bioinformatics related to dairy cattle. He attained his Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences from Auckland University of Technology in 2020. His research interests primarily focus on genetic variants influencing traits in dairy cattle, contributing significantly to the understanding of dairy production and animal genetics. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers, discussing topics that range from genetic mapping of cattle traits to advancements in bioinformatics methodologies. Thomas has been involved in projects that aim to enhance dairy production through understanding the genetic basis for milk components and lactation traits. In addition to his research work, he supervises doctoral students and collaborates with various research teams to improve genetic assessment tools in dairy science. He is passionate about integrating genetic research into practical applications within the dairy industry, ultimately aiming to improve animal welfare and production efficiency.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Officer

2020-01-01 — Present

Massey University • Palmerston North, New Zealand

Conduct research in bioinformatics with a focus on genetic mapping and analysis for dairy cattle.

Requirements for Massey University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:50
Reading
Required:50
Writing
Required:50
Speaking
Required:50
Overall
Required:58
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
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