DNA Polymorphism and Gene Expression in Poultry

Dear Colleagues,

Poultry species, farmed in all environments and farming systems, are an important source of eggs, meat, and feathers for consumers worldwide.

The development of new nucleic acid (DNA and RNA) analysis technologies, such as NGS, has allowed the development of researchon genetic and genomic mechanisms related to traits in poultry breeds and hybrids.

The scope of this Special Issue concerns genetic and genomic characterization of highly efficient selected genetic lines and also of local breeds that are well adapted to environments and carry unique genetic variability.

Original research and reviews related to gene expression, DNA polymorphisms affecting the health, well-being and productivity of all species of bird reared for animal production, and genetic and genomic studies on complex traits such as resilience, efficiency, and sustainability are particularly welcome.

All molecular techniques, research approaches, and new technological solutions applied to the study of genetic aspects related to poultry health, production, behaviour, welfare, nutrition, breeding, genetic improvement, and biodiversity conservation are appropriate.

Dr. Dominga Soglia
Guest Editor

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• DNA
• RNA
• polymorphism
• poultry
• local breed
• biodiversity
• genetic
• genomic
• transcriptomics