Overview

Animal Genetics Section is dedicated to advancing our understanding of genetics, breeding, and genomics to provide knowledge and tools for efficient and sustainable livestock production, biodiversity conservation, reduction in climate impact, thereby ensuring supply of safe and healthy food of animal origin.

Primary Research Areas

Explore our work in genetic improvement in livestock, the application of genomic selection in animal breeding, unraveling the mysteries of functional genomics and epigenetics, preserving genetic diversity in endangered species, enhancing disease resistance and overall health and welfare in animals.

• Key Research Areas
  • Models and methods for genetic/genomic evaluation
  • Selection for increase production, efficiency and reduce climate impact
  • Improvement in disease resistance, health, and welfare
  • Breeding plan
  • Integrative genomics
  • Genetic diversity and conservation
  • Large-scale phenotyping using computer vision and artificial intelligence
  • Insect production for food and feed
  • Role of rumen microbiome in methane production 

Research Projects

Stay informed about our ongoing research projects, from cutting-edge studies in animal genetics and genomics to innovative solutions for real-world challenges. Learn about our interdisciplinary approach to solving complex problems.

• Ongoing Research Projects
• Completed Research Projects

Meet Our Team

Get to know the dedicated researchers and staff who are driving our mission. Learn about their areas of expertise and how to reach out for collaboration, advice, or partnerships.

• Researchers
• Teams
  • Breeding Plan
  • Insect
  • Methane
  • Microbiome

Teaching activities

We offer a diverse range of courses, catering to students and professionals with varying levels of expertise. Whether you are an undergraduate, postgraduate, or industry professional, our courses cover topics such as quantitative genetics, genomics applications in animal breeding, functional genomics, and more.

• Courses:
  • Quantitative Genetics
  • Linear Models in Animals and Plant Breeding
  • Genomic Prediction in Animals and Plants
  • Gene Mapping

Publications

Access our latest publications and research highlights, as well as an extensive database of our scientific contributions.

• Recent Publications and Research Highlights 
• Complete List of Publications

Resources

Discover a wealth of resources, including databases, tools, and educational materials. Stay updated with our news and events and explore opportunities to get involved.

• Links to Databases, Tools, and Software
• Educational Materials and Courses
• News and Events

Opportunities

If you're interested in joining our section, we provide information for prospective students and researchers. Explore job and student project opportunities. For more information contact Section manager Goutam Sahana

• Vacant positions
• Student projects

Thank you for visiting the Animal Genetics Section at the Center for Quantitative Genetics and Genomics, Aarhus University.