The bovine genome, comprising the entire genetic blueprint of cattle, has been a subject of extensive research and exploration. In recent years, breakthroughs in genomics have enabled scientists to delve deep into the genetic makeup of bovines, leading to remarkable advancements in understanding bovine traits, parentage verification, and harnessing genetic potential for improved breeding programs….
In recent years, the continuous advancements in sequencing technology have markedly refined genome sequencing techniques, yielding significant achievements in both animal and plant genomic research. Numerous plant genome drafts and detailed maps have emerged, supplying invaluable resources for the scientific community. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the characteristics innate to third-generation sequencing technologies and…
Introduction to RNA Sequencing in Food and Agriculture With its advantages of high throughput and low cost, NGS has now enabled sufficient depth of sequencing for the comprehensive study of the entire transcriptome. This method, known as RNA-Seq (RNA sequencing), has several advantages over other approaches and is quickly becoming the most popular method for analyzing the…
What Is Gene Isoform? Gene isoforms are different variations or versions of a gene that can be produced by alternative splicing or alternative transcription initiation and termination. These isoforms are often present in the same organism or cell type but differ in their coding sequence or in the regulatory elements that control their expression. Alternative…