Assisted Reproductive Technologies in Production Animals
A Special Issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615) belonging to the section "Animal Reproduction".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2025) | Viewed by 3898
Editors
Interests: sperm; oocyte; cattle; activation; embryo; cryopreservation; equine; donkey; in vitro fertilization
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Advancements in assisted reproductive technologies (ARTs) are transforming modern livestock breeding by bridging traditional animal husbandry practices with cutting-edge scientific innovations. Techniques such as in vitro fertilization (IVF), embryo transfer, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and genomic selection enable precise genetic improvements, enhancing productivity, disease resistance, and animal welfare. Moreover, these tools play an increasingly important role in conserving rare and endangered livestock breeds, thereby preserving genetic diversity crucial for sustainable agriculture. By integrating ART with emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence-driven data analytics, CRISPR-based gene editing, and stem cell-based bioengineering, producers could more effectively meet the growing global demand for high-quality animal products while minimizing environmental impact. This Special Issue invites original research articles, reviews, and case studies focusing on the practical applications, current challenges, and future directions of ART in production animals. Through this collaborative platform, we aim to advance knowledge, foster industry adoption of emerging new practices and contribute to optimizing animal productivity and well-being.
Dr. Andrés Gambini
Dr. Rafael Fernández-Martín
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- assisted reproductive technologies
- livestock breeding
- in vitro fertilization
- embryo transfer
- intracytoplasmic sperm injection
- genetic improvement
- sustainable agriculture
- animal welfare
- cloning
- in vitro breeding
- stem cells
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