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The complete mapping of the horse genome sequence makes a significant contribution to understanding equine biology. Equine Genomics provides a timely comprehensive overview of equine genomic research. Chapters detail key accomplishments and the current state of research, as well as looking forward to possible applications of genomic technologies to horse breeding, health, and welfare. Seamlessly edited by a leading Equine Genomics professor, Equine Genomics delivers a global overview of the topic and is an indispensable source of information for anyone with an interest in this increasingly important field of study.
Section I: BACKGROUND
Chapter 1: Defining the equine Genome: The Nuclear genome & the Mitochondrial genome
Chapter 2: Genomic Tools &Resources
Section II: GENOME MAPS
Chapter 3: Genetic Linkage maps
Chapter 4: Cytogenetic Map
Chapter 5: Radiation hybrid (RH) and Integrated Map
Chapter 6: Comparative Map
Chapter 7: Partial contig maps for targeted genome analysis
Chapter 8: Whole Genome BAC Contig Map
Chapter 9: Y-Chromosome
Section III. SEQUENCE, NOVEL TOOLS & POTENTIAL APLICATIONS
Chapter 10: Partial sequencing efforts
Chapter 11: Equine major histocompatibility complex: Map and Sequence
Chapter 12: Whole Genome Sequence
Chapter 13: Comparative analysis of the genome sequence
Chapter 14: SNP generation/ SNP-Chip application/ future use
Chapter 15: Functional genomics
Section IV. APPLICATIONS
Chapter 16: Coat Color Genomics
Chapter 17: Genomics of skin disorders
Chapter 18: Monogenic disorders
Chapter 19: Genomics of Respiratory Disorders
Chapter 20: Genomics of Musculo-Skeletal Disorders
Chapter 21: Genomics of Reproduction & Fertility
Chapter 22: Genomics of Systemic Disorder
Section V. EQUID GENOMICS
Chapter 23: Genomics of Equids
Chapter 24: Mitochondrial Genome: Clues about evolution and Genomic diversity within and across breeds
Bhanu Chowdhary is a Professor of Veterinary Anatomy and Public Health at Texas A & M University.
