Molecular Cytogenetics in Plant Improvement

Principal Investigator: Ronald Phillips

Project Description: 

Researchers need to utilize new molecular genetic information about cereal species and the accompanying technologies to produce new information and genetic materials. This project will increase the efficiency of genetic analysis, suggest tests that relate specific genetic regions to productivity, develop new genetic lines that cause a shift in microbial populations in animal digestive systems, and improve the nutritional value of crops.

Project Years: 2003-2010

Funding Source: National Institute of Food and Agriculture