Evolutionary and Conservation Genetics: 3rd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

During the last two years of the global spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the entire world was able to witness how evolution and genetics dynamics can affect human health. Accordingly, more than ever before, we know that the role of scientific research in all fields is of pivotal importance for increasing our knowledge of every kind of organism and biological phenomenon, from viruses to mammals and to plants. In this context, evolutionary genetics provides a basis for shedding light on the evolutionary mechanisms involving organisms. Indeed, DNA sequences, which characterize every biological entity, are the first traits involved in variation and evolution.

In addition, DNA variation is a subject representing the shoulders of giants on which the bases of conservation genetics have been placed. This specific field of research is derived from population and evolutionary genetics and focuses on the study of threats to every species.

For these reasons, this Special Issue aims to combine the contributions of research groups working around the world in the field of phylodynamics, evolutionary genetics, population genetics, DNA barcoding, conservation genetics, and molecular epidemiology in order to compile a group of papers that highlight the importance of the study of genetic variability in organisms for the safeguarding of species and humans.

Given that the first and second edition of this Special Issue were a great success, we now invite you to publish in the third edition (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/life/special_issues/Evolutionary_Conservation, https://www.mdpi.com/journal/life/special_issues/95762Z5225).

Dr. Daria Sanna
Dr. Ilenia Azzena
Guest Editors

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