Professional Profile

Miguel Novoa-Bravo, BSc, MSc, PhD. Biologist with strong training in genetics and extensive experience in research, innovation, and the application of genetic tools in domestic animals. Co-founder and Scientific and Innovation Director at Genética Animal de Colombia.

Academic Background

• Biologist, National University of Colombia, 2001–2006
• Master of Science – Biology, National University of Colombia, 2007–2010
  • Honorable thesis: Population genetics of Zebu cattle in Colombia
• Doctor of Science – Biology, National University of Colombia, 2014–2018
  • Co-supervision with the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Sweden
  • Honorable thesis: Genetics of Colombian Paso horses

Professional Experience

• Co-founder and Scientific and Innovation Director, Genética Animal de Colombia (since 2009)

Achievements and Contributions

• Pioneer in implementing genetic identification (DNA) analysis for paternity verification across multiple species: dogs, cats, cattle, horses, donkeys, and buffaloes
• Implementation and standardization of genetic testing for hereditary diseases in Colombia, particularly in dogs, cattle, and horses
• Development and promotion of genetic panels covering more than 320 canine diseases
• Advisor to associations on genetic improvement programs, management, and conservation of genetic diversity

International Research Activity

• Researcher at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (Uppsala, Sweden), 2019–Present