The First International Meeting on Genome Editing in Aquaculture (EDIGEN 2025) will be held in Puerto Varas, Chile, on November 19–20, 2025. The event aims to foster discussion and knowledge exchange on the latest advances in functional genomics, precision genetics, gene editing, and other novel genomic techniques (NGTs) applied to aquaculture species. It also seeks to strengthen collaboration between scientific research, industrial applications, and regulatory developments in this rapidly evolving field.

EDIGEN 2025 is designed for a diverse audience, including aquaculture industry producers, academic researchers, genetics companies, and undergraduate and graduate students interested in aquaculture genetics. During the meeting, participants will have the opportunity to:

• Share scientific knowledge on gene editing and precision genetics in aquaculture.
• Discuss regulatory frameworks and ethical considerations related to genetic modifications in aquatic species.
• Explore commercial opportunities and technological innovations in aquaculture genomics.
• Foster networking and collaboration among industry professionals, researchers, and students.

Through presentations, discussions, and interactive sessions, EDIGEN aims to advance understanding of how cutting-edge genomic tools can enhance aquaculture production, sustainability, and animal health.

In the context of this meeting, this Research Topic in Frontiers in Genetics will highlight the key scientific topics and advances presented at EDIGEN. The central goal of this Research Topic is to explore innovative genomic tools and functional approaches for the improvement of aquaculture species. We welcome high-quality original research papers and reviews addressing any aspect of aquaculture genomics, gene editing, and precision breeding. Studies describing new computational, molecular, or applied strategies for improving productivity, welfare, and resilience in aquaculture species are especially encouraged.

Topics include (but are not limited to):

• Genome-wide association studies and candidate genes.
• Structural variants and pangenomes.
• Fundamentals of CRISPR-Cas9 and other genetic editing tools.
• Case studies of in vitro or in vivo gene editing.
• Bioinformatics tools applied to NGTs.
• Microbiome genetic engineering.
• Precision breeding.
• Regulatory and bioethical challenges related to NGTs.
• Risk and benefit assessment of NGTs.
• Commercial aspects and market scenarios for NGTs.
• Consumer perception and traceability of NGT-derived products.

Are you interested in contributing a manuscript to this Research Topic?

International Meeting on Genome Editing in Aquaculture (EDIGEN 2025), Chile.

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