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  • Genomics
  • Bioinformatics
  • Computational Biology

Background:

  • Predicting organism traits (phenotypes) using genetic and environmental data is crucial but complex.
  • Machine learning (ML) offers powerful methods for analyzing large biological datasets.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review ML-driven advancements in phenotype prediction.
  • To categorize ML applications in genotype-based, environment-based, and combined prediction scenarios.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of ML applications in phenotype prediction.
  • Categorization of models based on input data (genotype, environment, or both).

Main Results:

  • ML models demonstrate practicality and advantages in phenotype prediction across different scenarios.
  • Challenges remain in modeling intricate genotype-environment interactions.

Conclusions:

  • ML holds significant potential for predicting phenotypes and interpreting biological mechanisms.
  • Integrating ML with genetics theories can enhance understanding of genotype and environment impacts.