Jessica Marques
PhD student, Applied Animal Biology.
Council role: Communications Director.
What is your research focus?
My primary research interest is in developing sustainable reproductive strategies that reduce hormone use in reproductive programs and improve farm practices. My PhD combines reproductive physiology, molecular biology, and automated monitoring technologies to better understand dairy herd fertility. My work aims to identify the causes of infertility and guide the creation of targeted solutions.
What inspired you to pursue this field of study?
I fell in love with research at 16 and discovered my passion for reproductive biology during my undergraduate studies, where I had the opportunity to assist in producing embryos in vitro 🙂
What is your favourite food?
Ice cream!!
Share something unique or fun about yourself!
I can’t swim.
contact: jessica.dossantosmarques@ubc.ca