Exploring Equine Genetics: Quantitative, Molecular, and Genomic Insights
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Animal Genetics and Genomics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2025 | Viewed by 38
Special Issue Editors
Interests: quantitative genetics; inbreeding; genetic variability; horses; genetic resources; biodiversity
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Populational and genomic studies provide invaluable insights into the genetic diversity, population structure and evolutionary history of breeds. Understanding the genomic landscape of equine populations enables informed conservation efforts, sustainable breeding practices and effective management strategies to preserve genetic resources and prevent the loss of genetic diversity.
We are pleased to invite you to publish papers focusing on quantitative, molecular and genomic genetics in equine populations. Such studies significantly contribute to advancing our understanding of the genetic architecture, the intricate interplay between genetic and environmental factors, and the molecular mechanisms governing gene expression, regulation, and function in equines. This knowledge not only aids in identifying the genetic markers associated with desirable traits, but also facilitates the development of innovative breeding strategies for enhancing equine populations health, welfare and performance.
This Special Issue aims to publish papers that serve as a cornerstone for advancing equine genetics research, fostering sustainable breeding programs and ultimately improving the health, welfare and performance of the equine worldwide.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following: investigations of performance traits, disease susceptibility and genetic disorders, alongside studies on population genetics, breed diversity and evolutionary history in horses and donkeys.
Dr. Davinia I. Perdomo-González
Dr. Nora Laseca
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- equine populations
- population structure
- genetic diversity
- quantitative analysis
- genomics
- molecular analysis
- breeding programs
- population health
