Dominic Waters

Dr. Dominic Waters is an Associate Lecturer in Quantitative Genetics and Genomics at the University of New England's School of Environmental and Rural Science. His academic focus lies in leveraging genetic variation to enhance productivity and sustainability in food and fibre production through advanced breeding programs and genomic analysis. He holds a B.Sc (Hons) and PhD from UNE, and his teaching spans quantitative genetics, animal, and plant breeding.

Research Interests: Waters specializes in estimating genetic parameters, mixed model analysis, variance components, genotype-by-environment interactions, and genomic prediction. His work emphasizes optimizing breeding programs to integrate new technologies, manage genetic diversity, and improve robustness under varying environmental conditions.

Recent Research Trends: His articles from 2020–2024 highlight a focus on genotype-by-environment interactions, reaction norm analysis, and genomic approaches to improve livestock (sheep) and plant (barley) breeding. Key themes include stability analysis, environmental sensitivity, and enhancing genetic gain through data-driven models.

Achievements: While no specific awards are listed, his extensive contributions to livestock and plant breeding methodologies reflect a strong academic and applied research profile. His work bridges theoretical genetics and practical applications in agriculture.

Advising & Grants: No formal student advisees or grant details are explicitly provided. His teaching and research remain central to his role, with collaborations likely ongoing through external partnerships.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the School of Environmental and Rural Science, his work may involve interdisciplinary teams within UNE’s broader agricultural and genomic research networks.