Animal Genetics and Genomics
A section of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615).
Section Information
Animals (ISSN 2076-2615) is an international peer-reviewed open access journal devoted entirely to animals, including zoology and veterinary sciences, published monthly online by MDPI. The subsection of Animal Genetics and Genomics focuses on the genetic improvement of economically important domesticated animals and the conservation of genetic resources in domesticated and wild animal populations.
In-depth, original articles and systematic reviews concerning a wide range of animal genetics topics, including those focusing on population genetics, quantitative genetics, conservation genetics, immunogenetics, genomics, epigenomics, and microbial genetics are welcome. Potential topics also include bioinformatics, functional genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, and metabolomics. Modern genetics encompasses both population and molecular genetics, as well as metagenomics. Holistically understanding the contributions of all these aspects of genetics is crucial as we strive to efficiently produce animal protein to feed an ever-increasing world population in an environmentally sustainable and humane manner.
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Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- The World's Lagomorphs: Close to 100 to Explore (Deadline: 15 June 2023)
- Effect of Genetic and Nongenetic Factors on Functional and Milk Production Traits in Livestock (Deadline: 25 June 2023)
- Functional Genomics in Aquatic Species – Gene Expression and Epigenetic Modifications (Deadline: 25 June 2023)
- Sustainable Future: Genetics and Breeding of Indigenous Breeds of Livestock (Deadline: 30 June 2023)
- Advances in Genetic Mechanism of Artificial Domestication of Wild Animals (Deadline: 30 June 2023)
- Applying Genomic Technology to Animal Reproduction (Deadline: 10 July 2023)
- Genetics of Coat Color in Animals (Deadline: 15 July 2023)
- Functional Characterization of Native Breeds (Deadline: 20 July 2023)
- Genetic Analysis of Important Traits in Poultry (Deadline: 30 July 2023)
- Microbial Genomics in Animal Sciences (Deadline: 31 July 2023)
- Genetics and Genomics of Livestock Health, Fertility and Product Quality (Deadline: 11 August 2023)
- Genetic Evaluation of Local Livestock Breeds (Deadline: 15 August 2023)
- Featured Papers in the 'Animal Genetics and Genomics' Section (Deadline: 25 August 2023)
- Improvements of Performance Traits Using Genetics and Genomics in Poultry (Deadline: 31 August 2023)
- Tissue Morphology and Gene Expression of Developmental Biology in Animals (Deadline: 31 August 2023)
- Application and Development of New Technologies in Breeding Healthy and Animals Resilience: Precision Livestock Farming, Genomics and Their Interaction Can Contribute to Sustainable Management of the Livestock Sector (Deadline: 15 September 2023)
- Paleoecology, Genomics and Genetic Diversity of American Bison and Other Bovine Species (Deadline: 30 September 2023)
- New Tools for Monitoring Genetic Diversity in Animals (Deadline: 30 September 2023)
- Insights into Gut Microbiota on Animal Health and Behavior (Deadline: 30 September 2023)
- Integrating Genetic Data into Conservation Practice (Deadline: 15 October 2023)
- Second Edition: Decoding the Genetics of Bovine Mastitis (Deadline: 20 October 2023)
- Genetics and Breeding Advances in Poultry Health and Production (Deadline: 31 October 2023)
- Molecular Mechanisms Affecting Important Traits of Pigs (Deadline: 20 November 2023)
- Genetic Resources in Livestock and Fish: Management and Conservation Strategies (Deadline: 30 November 2023)
- Recent Progress in Complex Congenital Defects in Animals (Deadline: 1 December 2023)
- Advances in Companion Animal Genetic Diseases (Deadline: 11 December 2023)
- Adaptive Evolution and Trait Formation of Animals (Deadline: 31 December 2023)
- Endemic Horse Populations Conservation: Biotechnological Approaches (Deadline: 31 December 2023)
- Advances in Buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 31 December 2023)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions: