Research

My research interests are at the crossroads of bioinformatics, genomics, machine learning, and aimed at improving the use of big data in animal production. Genomics has taken an important place in the industry with the use of now routine large-scale genotyping in several animal production sectors. In addition, smart farms now produce a very large amount of data (big data) allowing real-time monitoring of breeding conditions and animal productivity. My research projects aim at maximizing the use of this massive data by developing integrative computer tools combining all my previous expertise. I also aspire to instil new research perspectives in animal production and welfare through my interests in systems- and chrono-biology.

We have broad interest in big data, animal sciences, chronobiology and systems biology.

The lab is also member of the Op+lait FRQNT research network and received funding from the NSERC.