Quantitative Genetics

This textbook is intended for plant and animal breeders, upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in biological and agricultural science majors, and statisticians interested in understanding how statistical methods are applied to genetics and agriculture. It includes technical reviews of Mendelian genetics, population genetics, and preliminary statistics, with numerous examples and program code of SAS.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 414 pages
Publication date: 20 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This textbook is designed for a diverse audience, including plant and animal breeders, upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in biological and agricultural science majors, as well as statisticians interested in understanding the application of statistical methods in genetics and agriculture. It offers a comprehensive coverage of quantitative genetics, with three chapters dedicated to technical reviews on Mendelian genetics, population genetics, and preliminary statistics. These chapters serve as prerequisites for studying quantitative genetics.

To enhance understanding, numerous examples are provided throughout the text, illustrating various methods of data analysis and estimation of genetic parameters. Each example is accompanied by the corresponding program code in SAS (Statistical Analysis System), a widely used software for statistical analysis.

The textbook is organized into nine chapters, each covering a specific aspect of quantitative genetics. The first chapter provides an introduction to the field, covering basic concepts and principles. The subsequent chapters delve into topics such as genetic models, population genetics, gene expression, and quantitative trait loci analysis.

In addition to the technical content, the textbook emphasizes the importance of statistical thinking and problem-solving skills in genetics and agriculture. It encourages readers to apply statistical concepts to real-world data and to critically evaluate the results obtained.

This textbook is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of quantitative genetics and its applications in plant and animal breeding, genetics, and agriculture. It will be particularly useful for students, researchers, and professionals working in these fields.

Weight: 1058g
Dimension: 279 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030839420
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022