Molecular Genetics and Genomics of Aquatic Crustaceans

Dear Colleagues,

Genomics and molecular genetics have revolutionized our understanding of biological systems, providing insights into genome structure, function, and evolution and their applications in breeding and biotechnology. In recent years, advances in sequencing technologies and bioinformatics tools have greatly enhanced genomic research, enabling comprehensive studies on genotype–phenotype relationships across diverse species. While significant progress has been made in plant and terrestrial animal genomics, aquatic crustaceans—a highly diverse and ecologically significant group—remain relatively understudied at the genomic level.

This Special Issue, “Molecular Genetics and Genomics of Aquatic Crustaceans”, will highlight recent advancements in genomic research on crustaceans, including crabs, lobsters, shrimp, and other aquatic arthropods. We welcome contributions covering a wide range of topics, such as genome sequencing and assembly, comparative genomics, genome evolution, gene editing (e.g., CRISPR), transcriptomics (RNA-seq), expression profiling, functional genomics, epigenetics, SNP discovery, genome-wide association studies (GWASs), and genomic selection. By showcasing cutting-edge research articles in this field, we hope to foster a deeper understanding of crustacean biology and support applications in aquaculture, conservation, and evolutionary studies.

Prof. Dr. Xianhong Meng
Prof. Dr. Falin Zhou
Prof. Dr. Lingbo Ma
Guest Editors

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