Full Name
Frank Robinson
Company/Organization
University of Alberta
Speaker Bio
Frank Robinson, Ph.D. is a Professor of Poultry Production and Physiology at the University of Alberta. He holds A B.Sc. in Agriculture (University of Saskatchewan), a M.Sc. in Poultry Science (Virginia Tech) and a Ph.D. in Animal Reproduction (University of Guelph). Since 1986 he has been teaching and conducting research in areas of animal and poultry science. Frank has researching reproductive efficiency of poultry, focusing on the roles of feed allocation and photoperiod on female broiler breeders. Through many endeavors in engaging undergraduate students in experiential learning, Frank has helped students find their careers in animal and poultry science. By active integration with industry people, thousands of students made valuable contacts and gained experience in agricultural communications and practical knowledge. In 2016 he initiated a 3-day mini-internship program which has resulted in 299 student placements on farms and in allied animal industries in Alberta. He has presented over 400 presentations on poultry management to producers, locally, nationally and internationally. Frank has served the University of Alberta in roles of Associate Dean (Faculty of Agriculture, Life and Environmental Sciences; 2005-2008), and Vice-Provost and Dean of Students (2008-2014). He has presented over 400 presentations on poultry management to producers, locally, nationally and internationally. He was inducted into the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame (2006), was awarded a 3M National Teaching Fellowship (2007) and is a Fellow of the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (2007) and the Poultry Science Association (2008).
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