Academic background
I completed my Master's degree at the University of Helsinki in 2023, majoring in Animal Breeding and Genetics (degree title: Breeding Agronomist). The University of Helsinki conducts advanced genetic research related to hereditary diseases in dogs, including projects within Professor Hannes Lohi's canine genetics research group.
During my studies, I actively participated in various research projects focused on canine health and genetic disorders. I have been involved in updating the breeding program of the Guide Dog School, analyzing lifespan and the prevalence of common diseases across dog breeds, and studying changes in the genetic diversity of certain breeds. For my Bachelor's thesis, I explored the impact of genetic diversity on the health and vitality of dog breeds.
- Analysis of the Average Lifespan and Most Common Causes of Death in Dogs
- Bachelor's Thesis: Effects of Genetic Diversity on the Health and Vitality of Dog Breeds
- Genetic Diversity and Effective Population Size of the Finnish Spitz