Abstract: Bioinformatics has made a significant impact on biomedical research, playing crucial roles in structural and functional genomics, protein design and engineering, pharmaceutical development, animal genetics, ecology, veterinary medicine, and drug discovery. The primary tools employed by bioinformaticians include computer software programs and the internet. An illustrative example of bioinformatics' value in veterinary and animal science is genome sequencing, which enhances animal health and production, thereby contributing to human nutrition and public health. In the long run, integrated bioinformatic analysis of genomic, pathological, and clinical data during clinical trials may unveil potential adverse drug reactions in individual animals, leading to personalized medicine through simple genetic tests and targeted therapies with minimal side effects. Advancements in bioinformatics have also furnished novel tools for identifying vaccine targets using sequenced biological data. This review aims to explore the significance and applications of bioinformatics in various fields of veterinary and animal sciences, paving the way for new avenues in veterinary research that ultimately benefit both animal and human health.
