Dr. Stephane Godbout was elected as CIGR Incoming President on the election of December 15th, 2024. CIGR Incoming President Dr. Stéphane Godbout After his Ph.D. studies, Dr, Godbout started his professional career in 1997 at the Quebec Hog Development Center Inc. (CDPQ) in Quebec as R&D engineer. He served on many committees and workgroups to produce guides, training courses, symposiums and technical reference materials for improving the housing design and reducing the environmental impact of the swine production. In November 2000, he moved to the provincial Institute for Research and Development in Agricultural Environment (IRDA) as a Research Engineer where he continues developing and leading an engineering research program on the environmental impact of animal production. He is co-author of more than 175 peer reviewed papers and holds two patents.

Early in his career he developed strong ties with University Laval where he holds an Adjunct Professor position and trained more than 50 master and doctoral students. Many of his students today occupy research or professor positions in many countries. During his professional career, he participated in many international meetings and symposiums establishing links with foreign researchers and Institutions building friendly and long-lasting relationships.

He is a member of the CSBE of more than thirty years, where he was regional director (from 2008 to 2021) and more recently was elected president. Over his career he received many awards and recognitions, such as Young Engineer of the Year, John Turnbull, and Fellow awards.

He was appointed representative to the CIGR executive Board in 2017 where he actively participated in setting the direction of CIGR. However, his involvement with CIGR began in 2002 when, as president of the organizing committee, hosted the XVII CIGR Word Congress jointly with the CSBE. Since then, he participated in CIGR International Meetings and CIGR World Congresses. Held in 2010, the XVII Word Congress brought together more than 800 delegates from 54 countries, allowing it to obtain a special distinction from the city of Quebec (ambassador of the year). He was also the chairman of the organizing committee of the 5th CIGR International Conference 2020 held online jointly withs the CSBE annual meeting in 2021. He is also a member of CIGR Section II.

His extensive experience and active engagement within the CIGR framework make him a qualified candidate for the roles of Incoming President, President, and Past President for the next six years.