Functional genomics involves genetics, protein biochemistry, cell and molecular biology in both wild and genome edited organisms by CRISPR/Cas-based technologies to elucidate fundamental biological phenomena with the aim of developing plant cultivars or animal breeds with desired traits.
Functional metagenomics entails discovery and characterization of novel metabolic pathways in microbial communities important in agricultural, industrial, environmental and health contexts.
Genetic and epigenetics markers identified from functional studies can be developed as diagnostic tools to ensure efficient bioremediation of water, soil and sediments and safe production and processing of plants, animals, fish and food. Human and microbial markers are amenable in medical diagnostics.
