Press Release - Grossi

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Fast Genetics #2, 2175 Airport Drive

Saskatoon, SK S7L 7E1

www.fastgenetics.com

Tel: (306) 667-1420 Fax: (306) 667-1421 Email: contactus@fastgenetics.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FAST GENETICS APPOINTS DANIELA GROSSI AS ITS MOLECULAR GENETICIST

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (October 21, 2015) – Fast Genetics adds Dr. Daniela Grossi as its

Molecular Geneticist.

Dr. Grossi obtained her D.V.M. from Universidade de

Marilia in Brazil and M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Genetics and

Animal Breeding from Universidade Estadual Paulista in

Brazil. Previous Post-Doctoral Researcher at the

University of Guelph and Statistical Geneticist with a

genomics laboratory, Dr. Grossi brings a wealth of

knowledge and experience in genomics, quantitative

genetics, and veterinary medicine.

Dr. Grossi will be based out of Fast Genetics’ head office

in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. She will report to

Murray Duggan, Fast Genetics’ Senior Geneticist,

focusing on all research and development programs,

with particular emphasis on molecular genetics and

genomic EBVs.

The implementation of improved phenotypic testing and

selection, applied genomics, low dose semen, and sexed sperm technology will position Fast

Genetics for significant growth. The increase in research and development expenditures will

yield improved performance of Fast Genetics’ products and profitability for its customers. Fast

Genetics will continue to add highly respected and talented individuals, like Dr. Grossi, to its

team in the future. Fast Genetics is excited about her inclusion to the team!

Shannon Meyers

Chief Operating Officer