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:
- 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)
- Next-Gen Omics in Animal and Microbial Science (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Integrating Traditional and Modern Technology for Cattle Genetic Improvement (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Advances in Veterinary Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Animal Virus Immunology and Genomics (Deadline: 15 January 2026)
- Genetics, Diversity and Evolution of Molluscs (Deadline: 5 February 2026)
- Research on Genetics and Breeding of Cattle (Deadline: 5 March 2026)
- Canine Genomics and Disease Research (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Genetics and Reproduction in Pigs (Deadline: 20 March 2026)
- Reviews in Aquaculture Genetics: Insights and Advances (Deadline: 25 March 2026)
- Genetics and Genomics of Insects (Deadline: 25 March 2026)
- Livestock Germplasm Resources, Genetics, and Breeding (Deadline: 25 March 2026)
- Application of CRISPR/Cas9 Technology in Insects (Deadline: 31 March 2026)
- Conservation Genetics of Birds (Deadline: 6 April 2026)
- Genetic Status and Perspectives of Fisheries Resources (Deadline: 10 April 2026)
- Genetics in Canines: From Evolution to Conservation (Deadline: 15 April 2026)
- Genetic and Genomic Advances in Livestock (Deadline: 15 April 2026)
- Genetic and Molecular Mechanisms in Animal Reproduction (Deadline: 20 April 2026)
- Advances in Cattle Genetics, Genomics and Breeding: From Molecular Insights to Sustainable Production (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Genetics and Breeding Improvements in Sheep and Goat (Deadline: 15 May 2026)
- Innovations in Aquaculture Breeding via Genetic Technologies (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Genetic and Molecular Mechanisms of Insect Resistance (Deadline: 25 May 2026)
- Genetic Basis of Pig Breeding and Regulation of Meat Production Efficiency and Quality Control (Deadline: 10 June 2026)
- Genetic and Epigenetic Mechanisms in Animal Reproduction (Deadline: 15 July 2026)
- Buffalo Genetics and Genomics (Deadline: 15 August 2026)
- Hereditary Traits and Diseases in Companion Animals (Deadline: 25 September 2026)
Topical Collection
Following topical collection within this section is currently open for submissions:
