# Decoding the fish genome opens a new era in important trait research and molecular breeding in China

*PRI Rank #17 · Topics and Trends in Most Cited Animal Genetics and Reproduction Papers, Class of 2026*

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| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Rank | #17 |
| 18m citations | 17 |
| Journal | Science China Life Sciences |
| Year | 2024 |
| DOI | 10.1007/s11427-023-2670-5 |
| Corresponding authors | Songlin Chen |
| Institution | Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, China |

**Ranking page:** [Topics and Trends in Most Cited Animal Genetics and Reproduction Papers, Class of 2026](https://pri.pepkio.com/top-papers/animal-genetics-and-reproduction/2026)

**Paper link:** [10.1007/s11427-023-2670-5](https://doi.org/10.1007/s11427-023-2670-5)

## Topics

fish genome · genome decoding · molecular breeding · trait research · aquaculture genetics · Chinese aquaculture · genomic selection · quantitative trait loci · breeding programs · whole genome sequencing

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