Using Molecular Marker Technology in Studies on Plant Genetic Diversity. Vol 1

De Vicente, M.C. and Fulton T. 2004. Illus. Nelly Giraldo. International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI), Rome, Italy and Institute for Genetic Diversity, Ithaca, New York, USA. ISBN: 92-9043-627-1

This module, developed jointly by Bioversity International and the Institute for Genomic Diversity, Cornell University, aims to promote capacity building and research biodiversity use and conservation worldwide through the application of molecular markers.

They are especially directed to those countries with limited access to up-to-date scientific literature and research technologies. They discuss the fundamental principles of genetic diversity, the qualities of the markers used to measure it and the most widely used technologies, including those based on proteins, DNA and the polymerase chain reaction.

The module is intended for scientists with a minimal background in genetics and plant molecular biology, but with a working knowledge of plant genetic resources and issues concerning their conservation and management.

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