The expertise of the Center of Excellence for Molecular Biology and Genomics of Shrimp (CGEMS) encompasses shrimp innate immunity, focusing on the molecular mechanisms used to combat infections, as well as host-pathogen interactions to clarify the relationship between shrimp and major pathogens. By leveraging genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and epigenomics, the Center utilizes large-scale DNA/RNA sequencing to identify key genes for disease resistance and resilience, which informs the development of molecular markers for disease-resistant traits. Furthermore, their research into biotherapeutics yields novel treatments—such as antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), bacteriophages, RNA interference (RNAi) —to enhance the health and long-term sustainability of the aquaculture industry.