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Department "Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction"

Prof. Dr. Nikolay Markov

  • Education:

    Higher Education, Higher Institute of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science (VIZVM), Stara Zagora, 1990
    Higher Education, Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, 1996

  • PhD Degree:

    2012 – Institute of Mountain Stockbreeding and Agriculture (IMSA) – Troyan, dissertation topic: “Influence of Certain Genetic and Non-Genetic Factors on the Productivity of Black-and-White Cattle in the Pleven Region”

  • Latest Academic Degree:

    Associate Professorship – 11.11.2019, IMSA – Troyan, Professional Field 6.3 “Animal Science”, Scientific Specialty “Cattle and Buffalo Breeding”
    Professorship – 25.10.2025, IMSA – Troyan, Professional Field 6.3 “Animal Science”, Scientific Specialty “Breeding of Farm Animals, Biology and Biotechnology of Reproduction”

  • Research Interests:

    1. Selection and reproduction of cattle.
    2. Technologies in dairy and beef cattle farming.
    3. Quality of products from cattle and buffaloes.
    4. Morphology and dermatoglyphics of the muzzle print in cattle and buffaloes.
    5. Ethology and adaptation of cattle.

  • Scope of Competence:

    1. Extensive experience in developing laboratory methods for quality control of feed and products of animal origin.
    2. Extensive experience working in multidisciplinary scientific teams, including international collaborations.
    3. Strong experience in developing projects for transregional, transnational, and cross-border cooperation under EU programs.
    4. Extensive experience in establishing and maintaining contacts in national and international contexts, as well as organizing scientific events in Bulgaria and abroad.
    5. Experience as an evaluator of EU-funded projects and as a reviewer of scientific materials for publication.
    6. Good knowledge of modern scientific apparatus, equipment, and technologies applicable in animal science, especially for large ruminants.

  • Participation in Scientific Projects:

    1. National Research Programme “Smart Animal Husbandry”, Work Package 5 “Cyber-Physical Monitoring Systems”, project leader Prof. Dr. Ivan Varlyakov, approved by Council of Ministers Decision No. 866/26.11.2020, according to signed Agreements No. DO1-103/07.06.2022.
    2. “Effect of Algae Supplementation on Digestive Processes in the Rumen and Blood Composition in Ruminant Animals”
    3. “Rational System for the Production of Cattle Products through the Use of Pasture Grasslands in Mountain Ecosystems”
    4. “System for the Production of High-Quality Cattle Products Related to the Rearing of Cattle from the Introduced Japanese Wagyu Breed Utilizing Natural and Artificial Grass Communities in Mountain Regions of Bulgaria”
    5. “Conservation and Utilization of Genetic Resources in Cattle, Sheep, and Goat Farming for Milk and Meat Production in Mountain Regions of Bulgaria”
    6. “Feed Characterization of Natural and Cultivated Grasslands under Mountain Conditions”
    7. “Management of Certain Selection and Reproduction Factors to Improve the Quality of Animal Products in the Foothill and Mountain Regions of Bulgaria”
    8. “Updating Information on Selection Traits and the Behavior of Newborn and Growing Sheep, Goats, and Cattle in Relation to Their Conservation and Animal Production”
    9. “Ecological Plasticity of Hematological and Biochemical Indicators in Different Sheep and Cattle Breeds Depending on Certain Environmental Factors”
    10. “Study and Application of Different Grain Crops on the Composition and Quality of Flour and Bakery Products with Added Plant Raw Materials with Biological Activity”
    11. “Study of the Economic Benefits from the Implementation of a Quality Management System in Bulgarian Enterprises”, project leader Chief Assist. Prof. Dr. Lyubka Ilieva, approved by Scientific Council Decision No. 4/23.03.2018.

  • Publications

  • Contact Information:
    e-mail: ncm64@mail.bg
    Phone: 0885735245, 0885263559
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