Select Sires Inc. has named two of its own to new positions within the company. Dr. Matt Utt has been named director of research, while Marcus Schmelzer has taken on the role of laboratory safety coordinator.

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As director of research, Utt will work closely with other staff scientists to design research trials to improve semen collection, freezing, extenders, evaluation procedures and ultimately semen fertility potential in the field. He will coordinate the Program for Fertility Advancement (PFA) and work with the Select Reproductive Solutions (SRS) team.

Utt will serve as the company representative on industry committees as well as working closely with academic institutions. Previously, he served as a research associate at the company. Utt has a doctorate in reproductive physiology and animal sciences from Ohio State University, the result of the Ohio State University Select Sires C.E. Marshall Graduate Research Associateship, and graduated with master’s and bachelor’s degrees in animal and poultry sciences from Virginia Tech.



Schmelzer began his career in early 2012 in the semen processing department, freezing semen and working with quality control. In addition to those duties he will now serve as laboratory safety coordinator. He will develop, coordinate and enforce safety procedures during semen processing through written protocols and hands-on demonstrations.

A trained first responder, Schmelzer will ensure the health and safety of all personnel and visitors in the laboratory. PD

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—From Select Sires Inc. news release

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Matt Utt, left, and Marcus Schmelzer will be taking on new responsibilities. Photo courtesy of Select Sires.