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DNA microarrays: New face of aquaculture genetics?
DNA microarray technology involves the individual spotting or printing by a robot of up to 10,000 DNA sequences onto a microscope glass slide.
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Genetics contribute to profitable shrimp production
Genetics is an important factor in shrimp farming. Improvements in disease resistance and robustness can be achieved with within-family selection, shorter generation intervals and marker-assisted selection.
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Shrimp genetic improvement in Mexico
Genetic improvement will play a key role in the further development of the ongoing domestication of shrimp, important for the industry's long-term acceptance.
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Molecular biology tools applied to selection programs
New molecular biology technologies are complex and expensive but also strongly recommended for any genetic selection program in aquaculture.