ANIMAL GENOMICS & BREEDING LAB @JEJU NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Welcome to Our Lab

The Animal Genomics & Breeding Laboratory, led by Professor Jong Eun Park (박종은), is part of the Faculty of Biotechnology, College of Applied Life Sciences, Jeju National University.

Our research focuses on animal genomics, statistical breeding, and bioinformatics, with the goal of advancing sustainable livestock production and improving animal health. We apply cutting-edge SNP array and next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies, including GWAS, genomic selection (GS), whole-genome resequencing, RNA-seq, and microbiome profiling, to dissect the complex genetic architecture of economically important traits in cattle, pigs, poultry, and other species.

A central theme of our work is understanding how climate change and environmental stressors—such as heat, humidity, and shifting ecosystems—affect livestock physiology, productivity, and genomic regulation. We also explore issues related to methane emissions, stress resilience, and the links between livestock systems and human health. These insights guide the development of climate-resilient, low-emission breeds and innovative breeding strategies that support a more sustainable and eco-friendly livestock industry.

Through close collaborations with national and international research institutes, industries, and regional innovation programs, the Animal Genomics & Breeding Laboratory is driving progress at the interface of genomics, biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture, shaping a new paradigm for the future of animal science.