PhD from Iowa State University
Graduate fields: Animal Science, Animal Breeding
Area(s) of interest: statistical and quantitative genetics, animal breeding
Teaching:
- American Society of Animal Science
Website(s): NBCEC.ORG
Current Research Interests:
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.