Michael Dyck, PhD

About

Degrees

BSc Ag, University of Manitoba (Animal Science Major) - with Distinction 

MSc, University of Guelph (Reproductive Physiology Specialization)

PhD, Universite Laval (Animal Biotechnology Specialization)

Job/Research Area 

Reproductive Physiology/Animal Biotechnology

Research

Dr. Dyck’s research program advances swine breeding efficiency through the development and industry-integrated application of molecular techniques and reproductive technologies. He co-led the Pan-Canadian NSERC Strategic Research Network “EmbryoGENE,” investigating the impacts of assisted reproductive technologies and maternal factors on pig development and productivity. Building on this foundation, Dr. Dyck leads multi-institutional, Genome Canada–funded initiatives leveraging functional genomics to enhance swine health and disease resilience.

Teaching

Teaching Awards 

- University of Alberta - Rutherford Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching (2019)

- North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) - Educator Award (2018)

- Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences - Faculty Teaching Award (2018)

- Faculty of Agricultural, Life and Environmental Sciences – Teacher of the Year Award (2008, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025) 

- Department of. Agricultural, Food & Nutritional Sciences Graduate Student Mentor Award (2011)

AFNS 576 - Applied Swine Science

Evaluation of swine breeding, feeding, housing management, and disease prevention practices that optimize production efficiency and animal well-being. Laboratories involve analysis of production practices with a view to optimizing efficiency. Not to be taken if credit received for AN SC 476. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

AN SC 312 - Reproductive Physiology of Domestic Animals

The physiological basis of reproduction, fertility and embryonic development in domestic animals in relation to animal productivity. The study of the physiological mechanisms regulating gonadal function, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy and parturition as well as the physiological basis for sound reproductive management. Prerequisite: AN SC 310.

AN SC 476 - Applied Swine Science

Evaluation of swine breeding, feeding, housing management, and disease prevention practices that optimize production efficiency and animal well-being. Laboratories involve analysis of production practices with a view to optimizing efficiency. Prerequisites: (AN SC 101 or 200), AN SC 260 and AN SC 310.

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• Publications - Scopus