Jennifer Patterson obtained her MSc in Animal Science from the University of Alberta where she is currently a Research Associate and the Swine Industry Liaison for Livestock Gentec. This involves developing research projects that address current industry challenges and providing continued support to producers to implement results at the farm level, putting “science into practice”. Jennifer has worked with many pig industry groups around the world and her current focus is on gilt management to improve sow lifetime productivity and retention. She also loves working with farm production data, through which powerful insights can be developed to make data-driven decisions that positively affect overall herd performance.

Anna remains a very helpful supporter to the Gentec team by helping with website, social media and newsletter posting for Livestock Gentec. She has over 30 years of laboratory and research experience in microbiology and related sciences. She is also an administrative assistant to the Honorary Consulate of Northern Alberta to Hungary and President of the Hungarian Diaspora Council.

Jordan Roberts is project manager for Livestock Gentec. He has over ten years experience working in the livestock sector. This experience has included international directorship with a large vertically integrated livestock producer and processor, federal government phenomics and meat science research, and leading technology innovation in the agriculture and agri-food industries. At Gentec, Jordan's role is focused on directing sustainable beef genomic research project activities with various institutional and industry collaborators. His role involves coordination with diverse stakeholders to drive project outcomes and adoption of genomic technology in industry.

Quantitative Genetics, Statistical Genomics, Animal Breeding

Everestus is a Senior Research Geneticist with over 19 years expertise in advanced quantitative genetics, statistical genetics/genomics, and animal genetic improvement involving the utilization of genomic information in breeding programs. He has worked with a variety of livestock species including rabbit, swine and beef cattle. At Livestock Gentec, Everestus manages the genetic evaluation system for beef cattle and leads cutting-edge research programs for beef cattle genetic improvement.

Quantitative Genetics and Genomics

Dr. Ekine-Dzivenu is a quantitative geneticist and livestock genomics scientist with extensive experience advancing beef cattle productivity, profitability, and sustainability through the application of genetic and genomic tools. Her work advances feed efficiency, carcass quality, and lower emission production.

In addition to her research, she contributes to teaching and engages in international collaborations that translate scientific innovation into practical, on-farm impact.

Lai is a research technician leading  genotype inventorying and order processing in the “Using genomics to improve the profitability and sustainability of Alberta’s beef industry” project. She also leads lab work and coordination for the NSERC project: “Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from the Canadian Beef Industry through the Development and Adoption of Genomic Tools”. Lai is very passionate about innovations and applying new technology in livestock research. She likes to plan out/detail projects keeping herself busy in the labs and continuously explore new learning opportunities. Outside of work, she enjoys making no weekend plans, which allow her “to just do whatever I feel like: having a long walk, cooking or staying at the library.”

Lisa is Livestock Gentec’s field technician leading sample collection for animal trials at Kinsella Research Ranch. She has extensive hands-on experience with beef cattle research and is highly skilled in biological sample collection. Lisa is also highly competent in beef research equipment such as Vytelle Feed Intake and GreenFeed Emissions Monitoring Systems.