Animal Genetics and Genomics
A section of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425).
Section Information
The section “Animal Genetics and Genomics” aims to bring together the most recent advances in interdisciplinary fields of animal genetics and share the knowledge between scientists and professionals. Some of the topics covered in the section include, but are not limited to:
- Applied genetics and genomics in species of economic importance;
- Companion animal genetics and genomics;
- Animal breeding, genome-edited animals and genetic selection;
- Genetics and genomics of aquaculture species;
- Genetics of immune response and disease resistance;
- Animal population genetics, polymorphisms and genome annotation.
Editorial Board
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Advances of Genetics in Wildlife Conservation and Management (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Molecular Genetics Applied to Aquaculture: From Breeding Stock Selection to Biotechnological Innovations (Deadline: 25 July 2025)
- Gene Regulation of Development and Evolution in Mammals (Deadline: 25 July 2025)
- Molecular Mechanisms of Embryogenesis in Mammal (Deadline: 25 August 2025)
- Advances in Pig Genetic and Genomic Breeding (Deadline: 31 August 2025)
- Genetics in Canines: From Evolution to Conservation (Deadline: 15 October 2025)
- Buffalo Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 25 October 2025)
- Genetics and Reproduction in Pigs (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Genetic Status and Perspectives of Fisheries Resources (Deadline: 31 October 2025)
- Immunogenetics and Functional Genomics of Insects (Deadline: 15 November 2025)
- Genetics and Breeding Improvements in Sheep and Goat (Deadline: 20 November 2025)
- Host Genetics and Pathogens in One Health Context (Deadline: 25 November 2025)
- Advances in Cattle Genetics, Genomics and Breeding: From Molecular Insights to Sustainable Production (Deadline: 15 December 2025)
- Hereditary Traits and Diseases in Companion Animals (Deadline: 25 December 2025)
- Genomic, Transcriptome Analysis in Animals (Deadline: 25 December 2025)
- The 15th Anniversary of Genes: Feature Papers in the "Animal Genetics and Genomics" Section (Deadline: 31 December 2025)
- Germplasm Resource Evaluation and Genetic Breeding of Sheep and Goats (Deadline: 10 January 2026)
- Advances in Veterinary Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Animal Virus Immunology and Genomics (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Integrating Traditional and Modern Technology for Cattle Genetic Improvement (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Research on Genetics and Breeding of Cattle (Deadline: 5 March 2026)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
