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This publication provides an update on the current status of gene maps in different livestock and pet/companion animal species. The findings summarized in speci

These guidelines present the basic concepts involved in the development and implementation of in vivo conservation plans for animal genetic resources for food a

Recent advances in plant genomics and molecular biology have revolutionized our understanding of plant genetics, providing new opportunities for more efficient

By 2050 the world's population is projected to grow by one-third, reaching between 9 and 10 billion. With globalization and expected growth in global affluence,