AnthonyValverde | Animal Reproduction | Excellence in Research Award
Prof Dr. AnthonyValverde, Tecnológico de Costa Rica, Costa Rica.
Prof Dr.Anthony Valverde Abarca is a distinguished professor at Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC), specializing in agronomy and animal reproduction. He graduated with honors from the University of Costa Rica and earned a master’s degree in Animal Breeding and Reproduction Biotechnology from Universitat Politècnica de València and Universitat Autónoma de Barcelona. His research includes seminal analysis in various species using CASA technology and cryopreservation techniques. With over 75 published articles, Dr. Valverde has significantly impacted animal genetics and reproduction, fostering advancements in Costa Rica’s livestock sector. His dedication to bioethics and animal welfare further enriches his academic and scientific contributions.
Education And Experience
Prof Dr.Anthony Valverde Abarca holds advanced degrees in animal reproduction and genetics. His expertise in seminal analysis includes utilizing CASA (Computer-Assisted Semen Analysis) technology to enhance reproductive techniques in livestock, such as pigs, cattle, and exotic species. His innovative work on cryopreservation has led to new methods for preserving genetic material, vital for both agricultural productivity and conservation of endangered species. With over 75 published articles, Anthony’s research has significantly improved artificial insemination protocols and fertility rates in domestic and wild animals. He is committed to bioethics, ensuring a humane approach to scientific advancements.
Professional Development
Prof Dr.Anthony Valverde Abarca has continually advanced his professional expertise in animal reproduction and genetics. Through specialized training and certification in CASA (Computer-Assisted Semen Analysis) technology, he has refined techniques for seminal analysis, enhancing reproductive outcomes in livestock and exotic species. His innovative research on cryopreservation has contributed to preserving genetic diversity and improving artificial insemination protocols. Anthony has published over 75 articles, sharing his findings and influencing industry practices. Committed to bioethics, he ensures humane treatment in all his scientific endeavors, promoting ethical standards in animal reproduction and genetics.
Research Focus
Publication Top Notes
- CASA-Mot technology: how results are affected by the frame rate and counting chamber, D Bompart, A García-Molina, A Valverde, C Caldeira, J Yániz, …, Reproduction, Fertility and Development 30 (6), 810-819, cited by 90, 2018
- Detrimental effects of non-functional spermatozoa on the freezability of functional spermatozoa from boar ejaculate, MJ Martinez-Alborcia, A Valverde, I Parrilla, JM Vazquez, EA Martinez, …, PLoS One 7 (5), e36550, cited by 78, 2012
- Morphometry and subpopulation structure of Holstein bull spermatozoa: variations in ejaculates and cryopreservation straws, A Valverde, H Arenán, M Sancho, J Contell, J Yániz, A Fernández, …, Asian Journal of Andrology 18 (6), 851-857, cited by 71, 2016
- Effect of frame rate capture frequency on sperm kinematic parameters and subpopulation structure definition in boars, analysed with a CASA‐Mot system, A Valverde, M Madrigal, C Caldeira, D Bompart, JN de Murga, S Arnau, …, Reproduction in Domestic Animals 54 (2), 167-175, cited by 67, 2019
- Computer-assisted semen analysis systems in animal reproduction, AV Abarca, MM Valverde, Mesoamerican Agronomy 29 (2), 469-484, cited by 54, 2018
- Afterword to Sperm morphometrics today and tomorrow special issue in Asian Journal of Andrology, C Soler, TG Cooper, A Valverde, JL Yániz, Asian journal of andrology 18 (6), 895-897, cited by 49, 2016
- Effect of counting chamber depth on the accuracy of lensless microscopy for the assessment of boar sperm motility, C Soler, JÁ Picazo-Bueno, V Micó, A Valverde, D Bompart, FJ Blasco, …, Reproduction, Fertility and Development 30 (6), 924-934, cited by 43, 2018