The Analysis and Use of Genomic Data in the Genetic Evaluation of Livestock

Title
The Analysis and Use of Genomic Data in the Genetic Evaluation of Livestock
Publication Date
2013
Author(s)
Clark, Samuel Adam
van der Werf, Julius
( supervisor )
OrcID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2512-1696
Email: jvanderw@une.edu.au
UNE Id une-id:jvanderw
Hickey, John
Type of document
Thesis Doctoral
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
UNE publication id
une:13851
Abstract
This thesis explores various aspects of genetic evaluation using genomic information. Genomic selection is based on the prediction of the effects of thousands of markers that are associated with quantitative trait loci (QTL), usually through linkage disequilibrium. However, genomic predictions of breeding value are also strongly affected by the degree of relatedness between individuals. A better understanding of genomic selection has possible consequences for evaluating genomic prediction accuracy, the design of reference populations and managing the balance between genetic gain and inbreeding. This thesis aims to gain an understanding into the use of genomic information in the genetic evaluation of livestock.
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