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E. John Pollak   -   Professor

PhD from Iowa State University  
Graduate fields:   Animal Science, Animal Breeding
 
Area(s) of interest:   statistical and quantitative genetics, animal breeding
 
Teaching:
Professional Organizations:
  • American Society of Animal Science
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Email: ejp6@cornell.edu
Website(s): NBCEC.ORG

Current Research Interests:

Dr. Pollak helping out with calf roping at Bell Ranch, NM

Dr. Pollak helping out at Bell Ranch, NM

My primary research interests are in genetic evaluation methodology and selection strategies as they relate to beef cattle. I also work on DNA technology transfer to the beef industry including applications of whole genome-enabled animal selection. I am currently involved in research investigating genetic contributions to healthfulness of beef products, health and stress in feedlot steers, and reproduction.

I serve as the Director of the National Beef Cattle Evaluation Consortium (NBCEC). This consortium consists of U.S. universities involved in beef cattle genetic research and is supported by a USDA Special Research Grant. The NBCEC functions to organize research priorities in beef cattle genetic evaluation and selection and carries out a national education program in those areas.