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D-Index
26
Citations
2036
World Ranking
2921
National Ranking
831

J. A. Hoefer publication distribution in Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026

The chart shows the distribution of publications by all Research.com ranked scientists in the field of Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where J. A. Hoefer sits on this spectrum.

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29 publications 442+

This scientist: 76 publications — 12th percentile

12% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 442 publications or more.

J. A. Hoefer D-index placement in Animal Science and Veterinary in 2026

The chart shows the D-index (discipline H-index) distribution of Animal Science and Veterinary scientists ranked by Research.com in 2026. The highlighted bar marks where J. A. Hoefer sits on this spectrum.

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20 D-Index 77+

This scientist: 26 D-Index — 10th percentile

10% of scientists in this discipline score the same or lower.

The last bar groups every scientist with 77 D-Index or more.

Research.com Recognitions

  • 1962 - Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

Overview

J. A. Hoefer is affiliated with Michigan State University in the United States. Their research contributions are documented through publications primarily housed in Michigan State University Libraries. The recent papers authored or coauthored by Hoefer focus on swine nutrition and characteristics relevant to animal science.

Recent publications include:

  • Application of the equation of the curve of diminishing increment to swine nutrition, 2024, Michigan State University Libraries
  • Variation in feed efficiency and carcass characteristics of individually fed swine, 2024, Michigan State University Libraries

Hoefer has collaborated with a group of frequent co-authors who have contributed to similar areas of research. These co-authors include:

  • V. E. Headley
  • E. R. Miller
  • D. E. Ullrey
  • M. Vorkapich
  • L. J. Bratzler

The venues for Hoefer's research publications are concentrated in the Michigan State University Libraries, reflecting either an institutional repository or affiliated publishing outlet.

In recognition of professional contributions, Hoefer was named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in 1962.

Best Publications

  • Biochemical, skeletal and allometric changes due to zinc deficiency in the baby pig.

    E. R. Miller;R. W. Luecke;D. E. Ullrey;B. V. Baltzer

  • Effect of Diet on the Fatty Acid Composition of Pork Fat

    D. E. Koch;A. M. Pearson;W. T. Magee;J. A. Hoefer

  • Swine Hematology from Birth to Maturity. III. Blood Volume of the Nursing Pig

    C. G. Ramirez;E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;J. A. Hoefer

  • Swine Hematology from Birth to Maturity. I. Serum Protein

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;Inge Ackerman;D. A. Schmidt

  • Swine hematology from birth to maturity. IV. Serum calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, copper, zinc and inorganic phosphorus.

    Ullrey De;Miller Er;Brent Be;Bradley Bl

  • Magnesium Requirement of the Baby Pig

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;C. L. Zutaut;B. V. Baltzer

  • Antibody absorption, retention and production by the baby pig.

    E. R. Miller;B. G. Harmon;D. E. Ullrey;D. A. Schmidt

  • Calcium and Zinc in Parakeratosis of Swine

    R. W. Luecke;J. A. Hoefer;W. S. Brammell;D. A. Schmidt

  • Zinc Requirement of Baby Pigs on Casein Diets

    S. H. Shanklin;E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;J. A. Hoefer

  • Mineral Interrelationships in Parakeratosis of Swine

    R. W. Luecke;J. A. Hoefer;W. S. Brammell;F. Thorp

  • Calcium requirement of the baby pig.

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;C. L. Zutaut;Betty V. Baltzer

  • Swine Hematology from Birth to Maturity. II. Erythrocyte Population, Size and Hemoglobin Concentration

    Unknown

  • Relationship of Specific Nutrient Deficiencies to Antibody Production in Swine I. Vitamin A

    B. G. Harmon;E. R. Miller;J. A. Hoefer;D. E. Ullrey

  • Interrelationships between Calcium, Zinc, Iron and Copper in Swine Feeding

    J. A. Hoefer;E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;H. D. Ritche

  • Oral and Parenteral Administration of Iron in the Prevention and Treatment of Baby Pig Anemia

    D. E. Ullrey;E. R. Miller;D. R. West;D. A. Schmidt

  • Estrus, Ovulation and Fertility in Gilts Subsequent to the Oral Administration of 6-Methyl-17-Acetoxyprogesterone

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  • The requirement of the baby pig for orally administered iron.

    D. E. Ullrey;E. R. Miller;O. A. Thompson;I. M. Ackermann

  • The Effect of Starvation and Subsequent Refeeding on some Activities of Rumen Microorganisms In Vitro

    J. C. Meiske;R. L. Salsbury;J. A. Hoefer;R. W. Luecke

  • Mineral Balance Studies with the Baby Pig: Effects of Dietary Vitamin D2 Level upon Calcium, Phosphorus and Magnesium Balance

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;C. L. Zutaut;J. A. Hoefer

  • Rate of food passage studies with pigs equally and ad libitum fed meal and pellets.

    R. W. Seerley;E. R. Miller;J. A. Hoefer

  • COMPARISONS OF CASEIN AND SOY PROTEINS UPON MINEREAL BALANCE AND VITAMIN D2 REQUIREMENT OF THE BABY PIG.

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;C. L. Zutaut;J. A. Hoefer

  • PHOSPHORUS REQUIREMENT OF THE BABY PIG.

    E. R. Miller;D. E. Ullrey;C. L. Zutaut;Betty V. Baltzer

  • Growth, Energy and Nitrogen Studies on Pigs Fed Meal and Pellets

    R. W. Seerley;E. R. Miller;J. A. Hoefer

Frequent Co-Authors

Duane E. Ullrey
Duane E. Ullrey Michigan State University

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