水産養殖研究開発ジャーナル

概要

Genomics and Aquaculture Developments Overview

Sri Lakshmi Ajit

Genomics defines as sequencing and understanding the functionality of large set of DNA as well as RNA contained in organisms and an ability to manipulate them could function as plausible benefits that could be acquired from this field. The last decade is found to have exponential growth in sequencing technologies and bioinformatics tools, especially in extraction of genomic data from organisms which can be used in improving both fundamental knowledge and their application in aquaculture, ecology and fisheries. For development of sustainable food security towards the world’s increasing demand for high protein food via aquaculture and fisheries, progress in genomics is absolutely essential. Despite of being overwhelmingly advantageous and beneficial, practical use of genomics application is not common in aquaculture production and fisheries management as expected. The need for greater communication among fishery scientists, geneticists, and fishery managers, as well as better communication of the potential of genomics approaches and results to stakeholders thru the adoption of a clear and understandable communication, are among the possible solutions to stimulate wider application of genomics knowledge.