Research on Genetics and Breeding of Cattle
A special issue of Genes (ISSN 2073-4425). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 July 2025 | Viewed by 387
Special Issue Editor
Interests: reproductive genetics; biotechnology in livestock; genomic selection; genetic diversity conservation; assisted reproductive technologies; molecular genetics; cattle breeding strategies; epigenetics and gene regulation
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The genetic improvement of cattle is critical for enhancing productivity, reproductive efficiency, and adaptability to evolving environmental conditions. This Special Issue highlights recent advances in the genetics and breeding of cattle, with an emphasis on cutting-edge innovations in reproductive genetics and biotechnology.
Reproductive genetics is pivotal in understanding the genetic basis of fertility, embryonic development, and maternal traits, offering insights into improving reproductive efficiency and success rates. Advances in genetic technologies now allow for the identification of key genetic markers associated with reproductive traits, enabling the development of targeted breeding strategies. Furthermore, biotechnology has emerged as a powerful tool for accelerating genetic progress, with techniques such as in vitro fertilization, somatic cell nuclear transfer, and CRISPR-based gene editing providing unprecedented control over genetic improvement.
We welcome submissions exploring diverse topics, including genomic selection, reproductive genetics, assisted reproductive technologies, genetic diversity conservation, and the integration of biotechnology into breeding programs. Studies investigating the molecular mechanisms underlying fertility and reproductive health, as well as the application of biotechnologies to address emerging challenges in cattle production, are strongly encouraged.
This Special Issue aims to foster a deeper understanding of the intersection between genetics, reproduction, and biotechnology, advancing sustainable and efficient cattle breeding practices.
Dr. Borhan Shokrollahi
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- reproductive genetics and biotechnology
- biotechnology in cattle
- genomic selection
- marker-assisted breeding
- genetic diversity
- assisted reproductive technologies
- molecular genetics
- fertility and reproduction
- cattle breeding strategies
- epigenetics
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