Genotyping
Genetic diversity and growth-related traits in Penaeus vannamei …
Learn how the application of genotyping tools and analysis of traits helped assess the genetic diversity of six commercial Penaeus vannamei stocks in Cuba.
Read MoreImproved genetics indicates a bright future for EOF
CAT partnered with Earth Ocean Farms on a genetic improvement program to boost productivity and promote faster growth in Pacific Red Snapper.
Read MoreCollaboratively designed genomic tools for aquaculture breeding programs
Genomics can deliver great benefits to aquaculture breeding programs, including efficient management of diversity and inbreeding, accurate parentage assignment, optimal mating designs, improved breeding value prediction, selection decisions, and breeding strategies. In this presentation, Dr. Klara Verbyla explains why using the appropriate platform for the population of interest is critical and how it is possible to keep costs reasonable with optimal outcomes through the creation or use of a collaboratively designed universal genotyping platform.
Read MoreDr. Alan Tinch joins CAT as a VP of Genetics
The Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT) is delighted to welcome Dr. Alan Tinch as Vice President of Genetics where he will lead a world-class team of research scientists and breeding experts in the development and commercialization of genome editing and other next-generation breeding technologies for use in aquaculture. A graduate of the University of Edinburgh…
Read MoreThe genetic overview reveals how the captive population was, is and should be managed
Domestication, mating and selection, the basis of our life. Selective Breeding is an activity that mankind has carried out instinctively since the first plant crops that sustained ancient civilizations. However, domestication of animals and adaptation to captivity has taken longer, except for the species that were employed for commercial uses such as horses, cattle, pigs,…
Read MoreTools for genetic improvement in aquaculture
Recent years have validated the benefit of genetic improvement of fish stocks in increasing aquaculture productivity – the application of genetic and genomic tools to breeding continues to revolutionize the industry. In this presentation, our CEO, Dr. John Buchanan, explores the types of tools available to companies in the sector and discusses how their application can promote genetic improvement in aquatic species.
Read MoreCAT, NEOGEN partner to develop cost-effective genotyping tools for the aquaculture sector
San Diego, CA (June 24, 2021) — The Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT), a leader in the field of genetic improvement for aquatic species, and NEOGEN Corporation today announced their formal collaboration to deliver high-quality genotyping services customized to the unique needs of aquaculture producers. The partnership will apply modern sequencing and genotyping technologies to…
Read MoreHow to improve your genetics
The aquaculture industry is ripe for the uptake of DNA-based technologies also known as genomics. The sector has observed and, therefore, learned lessons from the livestock industry where DNA tools are heavily applied, and genetic gains are no longer simulations on a computer screen. Many aquaculture producers have questions and are seeking guidance to improve…
Read MoreAQUAArray identified as the go-to tool for genetic improvement for farmed shrimp
A recent report published in the peer-reviewed journal Aquaculture Reports by leading breeding and genomics researchers in South America evaluated the AQUAArray HD vannamei, an innovative, high density (HD), genotyping tool developed by the Center for Aquaculture Technologies in collaboration with agricultural genotyping and genomics experts Neogen Corporation. The AQUAArray HD vannamei is comprised of…
Read MoreLaunch of AQUAarray HD
The Center for Aquaculture Technologies Launches Innovative Genotyping Tool AQUAarray HD [vannamei] The Center for Aquaculture Technologies (CAT), a leader in the field of genetic improvement of aquatic species, has launched the AQUAarray HD [vannamei], a universally applicable tool incorporating the latest advancements in genetic marker information for whiteleg shrimp. ”CAT is proud to offer…
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