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Dubravko Škorput is an Associate Professor at the Department of Animal Science and Technology, Division for Animal Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zagreb. His academic role integrates advanced teaching in pig biotechnology and animal husbandry with cutting-edge research in pig genetics and breeding, contributing significantly to Croatian agricultural science.
His educational foundation includes a PhD (2008-2013) focused on genetic parameters for productive and reproductive traits in Croatian pig populations and a Bachelor of Science degree (2001-2007).
Research centers on biotechnologies in pig production, quantitative genetics, genomic selection, and genetic evaluation methods. Škorput specializes in conserving genetic diversity of autochthonous Croatian pig breeds like Turopolje and Black Slavonian pigs while developing sustainable breeding strategies. His work bridges molecular techniques with practical farm applications to enhance productivity without compromising genetic resources.
Analysis of recent publications (2024-2025) reveals dominant themes: preservation of genetic diversity in local pig breeds under disease pressures (e.g., African swine fever), innovative feeding strategies (e.g., hemp supplementation), and optimization of traditional meat processing (e.g., smoking methods for Turopolje ham). His research demonstrates a consistent focus on translating genetic insights into tangible improvements in meat quality, animal welfare, and conservation outcomes.
No scientific awards were documented in the source materials.
Škorput actively secures research funding, currently serving as partner in the Horizon 2020 project 'Genome and Epigenome eNabled breeding in MOnogastrics' (2021-2026) and as coordinator for multiple University of Zagreb initiatives on native livestock characterization. His grant portfolio emphasizes stakeholder engagement through projects like GEroNIMO, which surveys European perspectives on local breed conservation.
He collaborates within the Division for Animal Sciences on specialized teams addressing pig genetics, working closely with Croatian farmers, breeders, and international researchers to revitalize endangered breeds and develop climate-resilient production systems.
