Advances in Molecular and Genetic Technologies in Animal Sciences
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Agricultural Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 June 2026 | Viewed by 7
Special Issue Editor
Interests: reproductive biotechnology; in vitro embryo production; molecular biology of reproduction; animal biotechnology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to highlight recent progress, emerging methodologies, and innovative applications in the study and improvement of animal biological systems. The integration of molecular genetics, biotechnology, and omics technologies has enabled significant advances in areas such as reproductive biology, animal genetics and breeding, disease resistance, and the optimization of productivity and welfare.
This Special Issue welcomes research articles, reviews, and case studies addressing topics such as genome editing (including CRISPR/Cas systems and related tools), transgenic and gene knockout models, functional genomics, epigenetic regulation, and molecular approaches designed to enhance reproductive efficiency and animal health. Contributions exploring the translational dimensions of genetic engineering and molecular technologies applied to animal production systems are also encouraged.
By bringing together interdisciplinary research from molecular biology, veterinary science, and agricultural biotechnology, this Special Issue seeks to foster dialogue between basic and applied research communities, promoting the responsible and innovative use of molecular and genetic technologies in animal sciences.
Dr. Maria Elena Arias Cea
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- reproductive biotechnology
- molecular biology of reproduction
- genome editing
- functional genomics
- epigenetic regulation
- in vitro embryo production
- cloning
- animal biotechnology
- genetic engineering
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