This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Inst. of Animal Sci., Chinese Acad. of Ag. Science. Active years: 2023.
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Years Active: 2023
Title: Guiping Zhao: Innovator in Chicken Genomics
Introduction
Guiping Zhao is a prominent inventor based in Beijing, China. He has made significant contributions to the field of animal science, particularly in chicken genomics. His innovative work has the potential to enhance poultry breeding and production efficiency.
Latest Patents
Guiping Zhao holds a patent for a chicken whole-genome SNP chip. This invention provides a comprehensive tool for genetic analysis in chickens. The chip includes a total of 50,000 SNP loci, which are uniformly distributed across the genome. It features 19,600 SNP loci specifically for white-feather broilers, yellow-feather, and partridge chickens. These loci have a minor allele frequency (MAF) greater than 0.05 and are derived from whole-genome resequencing data of major indigenous and introduced chicken breeds in China. Additionally, the chip contains 14,000 SNP loci associated with economic traits and 16,400 SNP loci that cover genomic regions not addressed by the first two types of probes. The SNP loci are linked to important traits such as feed efficiency, meat production rate, lipid metabolism, meat quality, and disease resistance. This chip is designed to be cost-effective and applicable to various chicken breeds both domestically and internationally.
Career Highlights
Guiping Zhao is affiliated with the Institute of Animal Science at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. His work focuses on advancing genetic research and improving poultry breeding practices. His contributions have been recognized within the scientific community, and he continues to be an influential figure in animal genomics.
Collaborations
Guiping Zhao has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Jie Wen and Ranran Liu. These partnerships have fostered advancements in research and development within the field of animal science.
Conclusion
Guiping Zhao's innovative work in chicken genomics exemplifies the impact of scientific research on agriculture. His patented chicken whole-genome SNP chip represents a significant advancement in the field, promising to enhance poultry breeding and production efficiency.