Assistant Quality
Resume:
PRADEEP KRISHNAN
*********@*******.***.***
Lincoln, NE – 68503
Phone: 402-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Goal oriented team player eager to apply research and professional experience towards
launching a successful career supporting the objectives of a progressive company that rewards
initiative, dedication and superior performance with long term opportunities for professional
growth
EDUCATION
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
PhD in Animal Science December 2010
College of Animal Science, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, India
Master of Veterinary Science in Animal Nutrition, MVSc Feb 2005
College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Kerala Agricultural University, India
Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, BVSc & AH June 2002
(Equivalent to DVM)
RESEARCH/TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Animal Science
University of Nebraska, Lincoln Aug 2005 – Dec 2010
“Effects of Dietary Choline, Folic acid and Vitamin B 12 on Laying Hen Performance, Egg
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components and Egg Phospholipid Composition” (PhD Dissertation)
Extensively used least cost feed formulation software that adapts well to the
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formulation related needs of commercial animal feeds for different classes of poultry
Proficiency in data analysis using Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) under
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different experimental set ups which provides a complete, comprehensive and integrated
platform for data analysis
Identified research problems and implemented experimental designs with respect
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to internal and external validity and conducted studies followed by proper data analysis and
conclusion
Responsible for the project carried out for determining the effect of Zinc and
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Manganese supplementation from inorganic source on egg quality parameters in laying hens
Actively involved in studies related to DDGS inclusion with and/or without
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enzyme supplementation in poultry ration and its effect on broiler and layer bird
performance
Performed a major role in a project aimed at dietary sulfur amino acids and trace
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minerals on feather cover in laying hens
Associated with research identifying the role of exogenous layer diet supplements
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in the form of Carotenoids on the internal egg quality parameters
Assisted in projects involving use of Selenium and Vitamin E supplementation to
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laying hen diets and its effect on performance, egg quality parameters
Accountable for the project exploring the impact of different caging system (Big
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Dutchman vs. Farmer Automatic) under similar dietary regimen on performance and feather
score in laying hens
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Assisted with studies investigating the use of AGP/Probiotics on the performance
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and intestinal microbiology of broiler chicks
Facilitated with projects on the effects of social and environmental enrichments on
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behavior and welfare of Turkey hens
Understanding of Chromatographic technique, worked with different biological
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samples including egg yolk for quantifying egg phospholipids, egg folate and blood plasma
Working knowledge of Radioimmunoassay, the quantitative technique exploited
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for determining folic acid and Vitamin B12 levels in blood plasma
Research application of Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, employed as a method
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of chemical analysis for practical application for analyzing mineral composition of diets
Expansive use of texture analyzer featuring compression and tension mode that
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maximizes the functionality with a preprogrammed software for testing varied biological
samples
Teaching Assistant for Fundamentals of Animal Biology (Fall 2009), class of 96
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students
Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Animal Science
CCS Haryana Agricultural University, India Aug2002 – Feb2005
“Effect of Enzyme Supplemented Wheat Based Diet on the Performance of Layers”
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(Masters level thesis)
• Advocated with projects comparing pellet feed vs. mash feed and its effect on
performance of broiler and layer birds
• Hands on experience with proximate analysis of nutrients, chemical method of assessing
and expressing the nutritional value of feed.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
• Actively involved in conducting the 2006-2010 State FFA Livestock Management Contest
held at University of Nebraska- Lincoln
• Closely associated in organizing the Animal Science Quadrathlon (2006-2009) for
Undergraduate Students at University of Nebraska- Lincoln
• Favorably carried through training on Hatchery and Poultry farm management activities in
Kerala Agricultural University Poultry Farm, India (December 2001-January 2002)
• Trained in Kerala Agricultural University Livestock farm, India on various livestock
management activities extending from nutrition to treatment methodologies (January 2002-
March 2002)
• Competent in extension activities meant for understanding and solving field problems of
livestock owners through educational programs from Non Governmental Organizations in
India (March 2002-April 2002)
• Worked as Junior Veterinary Surgeon in rural as well as urban hospitals in India as part of
Internship Training Program (April 2002-June 2002)
HONORS
Mussehl Graduate Animal Science Scholarship, 2008-2009 & 2007-2008
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Widaman Trust Distinguished Graduate Assistant award, 2008-2009
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Ruth Keller Memorial Scholarship by Nebraska Poultry Industries, Inc, 2008 & 2006
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Victor W Henningsen Sr Graduate Student Fellowship, 2007-2008
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PRESENTATIONS
Effect of Choline and Folacin on Performance and Egg Phospholipid Composition in
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Laying Hens (Oral presentation at International Poultry Scientific Forum, Atlanta 2008)
PRADEEP KRISHNAN
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Effect of Zinc and Manganese supplementation from inorganic source on egg quality
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parameters in White Leghorn hens (Poster presentation at International Poultry Scientific
Forum, Atlanta)
Effect of Choline, Folacin and Vitamin B12 on Egg Components and Egg Phospholipid
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Composition in Laying Hens (Oral presentation at PSA Joint Annual Meeting, Denver
2010)
PUBLICATIONS/ABSTRACT
P.Krishnan and S.E.Scheideler. Effect of Choline and Folacin on Performance and
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Egg Phospholipid Composition in Laying Hens. Poultry Science, Volume 87, (Suppl.1)
S.E.Scheideler., P.Weber and P.Krishnan. Effect of Zinc and Manganese
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supplementation from inorganic source on egg quality parameters in White Leghorn hens.
Poultry Science, Volume 88, (Suppl.1)
P.Krishnan and S.E.Scheideler. Effect of Choline, Folacin and Vitamin B 12 on Egg
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Components and Egg Phospholipid Composition in Laying Hens. Poultry Science, Volume
89, E-suppl.1)
MEMBERSHIP
• Poultry Science Association (Since January2006)
• World Poultry Science Association (Since January 2006)
• Animal Science Graduate Student Association-University of Nebraska, Lincoln (August
2005-2010)
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
• Served as Vice President for the India Student Association at University of Nebraska
Lincoln (2006-07)
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