In the present project focusing on reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) and forest reindeer (Rangifer tarandus fennicus), 1) novel genomic tools for genetic studies of Rangifer –populations will be provided, 2) these tools will be applied for population management and conservation of semi-domesticated reindeer and endangered Rangifer –populations and 3) novel results and information on reindeer genetic resources and genetic status will be published. These main objectives will be achieved by 1) anchoring the current reindeer reference genome assembly on chromosomes, 2) by designing the internationally first customized SNP BeadChip for Rangifer –populations based on the existing Luke’s Rangifer genome data sets , 3) by screening Rangifer –populations using this new SNP BeadChip for characterization of the populations for several population genetic parameters essential for population management , 4) by developing new genetic markers for future research and developmental purposes, 5) by integrating already our existing Rangifer genome data and new data sets produced here and by publishing novel information on Rangifer genomics in highly ranked international scientific journals and 6) by providing critical new knowledge for Luke-coordinated statutory strategies. From our previous projects, we have available de novo assembled reference genome for reindeer, whole-genome sequencing data and transcriptome data for the present RanGen study.