Jorge Hidalgo

Dr. Jorge Hidalgo, hailing from Mexico, boasts a robust academic background in Animal Science. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the prestigious Universidad Autónoma Chapingo and a Masters in Animal Breeding
and Genetics from the same institution. His pursuit of excellence led him to the United States, where he successfully obtained his Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics from the University of Georgia.
Dr. Jorge Hidalgo holds the esteemed position of Assistant Professor within 
the Animal and Dairy Science Department at the University of Georgia. His professional journey is guided by a profound research interest in Animal Breeding and Genetics, explicitly focusing on conducting large-scale genomic evaluations for livestock. Through his academic journey and current role, Dr. Jorge Hidalgo has positioned himself as a prominent figure contributing to advancing knowledge in Animal Genetics.
Dr. Jorge Hidalgo resides in Nicholson, Georgia, with his wife, Ise, their daughter, Sofia, and their two sons, Rick and Jorge. In his free time, he plays soccer or runs with Rick and Jorge and attends Sofia’s ballet and tap classes.