AlphaSim: Software for Breeding Program Simulation

AlphaSim allows breeders and researchers to simulate genomic data with specific user criteria. AlphaSim is flexible, computationally efficient, and easy to use for a wide range of possible scenarios. AlphaSim can also be used in animal breeding, human genetics, and population genetics.

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