Dr. Jean-François Hocquette is a globally recognized scientist in the field of animal science, meat quality, and muscle biology. Currently serving as a Senior Scientist at INRAE, France, he has played a pivotal role in advancing research on functional genomics and biochemistry related to meat science. His work has significantly contributed to improving the prediction of beef eating quality, especially through his collaborations with Australia on the Meat Standards Australia (MSA) grading scheme.
Beyond his research, Dr. Hocquette has made a profound impact as an educator, teaching at prestigious French universities, including Clermont-Ferrand, Dijon, Tours, Paris, Bordeaux, and Nantes. With over 30 graduates and scientists mentored, he has shaped the next generation of researchers in the field.
Significant Achievements
Dr. Hocquette's remarkable contributions have been acknowledged with numerous prestigious awards, including:
- Lifetime Achievement Award (IRDCP, 2022 & 2024)
- ASAS Meats Research Award (2021)
- International Lifetime Achievement Award in Animal Science & Meat Science (2022)
- Distinguished International Supervisor, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (2017)
- ASAS Animal Growth and Development Award (2014)
- Certificate from the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) (2014)
- World’s Top 2% Scientist https://topresearcherslist.com/Home/Profile/790459
In addition to his awards, he has:
- Delivered over 135 invited lectures at international scientific meetings
- Published over 280 research papers indexed in Web of Science
- Achieved an H-index of 55 (Web of Science) and 69 (Google Scholar), reflecting his research impact
- Hosted 10 international scientists for research collaborations
- Supervised 12 PhD students
- Secured research grants totaling nearly $8 million
Notable Contributions
Dr. Hocquette has been instrumental in decoding meat quality through biochemistry and functional genomics. He has contributed extensively to research and policy development, including:
- Serving as President of the EAAP Cattle Commission and an active EAAP member since 2002
- Acting as a Scientific Delegate for the French High Council for Evaluation of Research and Higher Education (HCERES), where he has evaluated over 66 research laboratories
- Holding editorial roles in multiple scientific journals, including BMC Genomics, Meat Science, Meat and Muscle Biology, Livestock Science and Italian Journal of Animal Science
- Serving as Editor-in-Chief of the French Meat R&D Journal (Viandes et Produits Carnés, V&PC)
- Authoring and editing four books, including major works on meat science
- Serving as evaluator of more than 50 PhD theses, scientist reports, or research projects and as reviewer of more than 450 scientific papers
- Serving as an active member of the French-Chinese R&D Center on beef production (since 2010)
- Acting as chair of the World Congress of Animal Science and the annual meeting of the European Federation of Animal Science (EAAP) in Lyon (2023) with more than 2,200 delegates
- Serving as scientific officer in charge of INRAE international relationships with Australia and New Zealand
Beyond academia, Dr. Hocquette has engaged in public outreach, delivering TEDx talks on artificial meat and conducting over 600 media interviews, raising awareness on critical issues in animal science and food sustainability.
Eligibility for Outstanding Scientist Award
In recognition of his groundbreaking research, extensive mentorship, and global impact in animal science and meat quality, Dr. Jean-François Hocquette is eligible to receive the Outstanding Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels.