Vol.8 (2018)

The 2018 volume reflects a deepening integration of multi-omics approaches to solve complex biological problems in animal science. Researchers present comprehensive studies combining genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics to create holistic models of animal physiology and production traits. Volume 8 features landmark papers on the characterization of livestock epigenomes, revealing how environmental factors and nutrition can induce heritable changes in gene expression without altering the DNA sequence itself. The journal also expands its coverage of aquaculture biotechnology, reflecting the growing importance of fish as a protein source. Studies on vaccine development for emerging infectious diseases, including novel platforms like vectored vaccines and DNA vaccines, demonstrate the field's critical role in safeguarding global animal health and food security.