The Little Book of Irish Science SFI Little Book of Irish Science | Page 27

Testing for the Speed
Gene in Horses
While analysing genes in thoroughbred racehorses, Dr
Emmeline Hill at University College Dublin identified
important genetic information relating to racing
performance. Her discovery led to the development of
a ‘speed gene’ test to help match horses with courses
and to inform breeding and training decisions. Irish
company Plusvital Ltd (inc. Equinome Ltd) now uses the
test to provide services to the global bloodstock industry.
www.equinome.com
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