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Genetic control of adaptive evolution in the Drosophila simulans species group
Reference
G07950
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Professor D Goldstein
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University College London
Department
Genetics Evolution and Environment
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
168,090
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
01/06/1997
End date
01/06/2000
Duration
36 months
Abstract
This project investigates the genetic bases of phenotypic differences between Drosophila simulans and D. sechellia. These differences include a suite of traits related to Morinda citrifolia which is toxic to simulans but is the exclusive host for sechellia. Microsatellite markers will be used to map the relevant genes based on variation in recombinant-inbred lines derived from backcross populations. Mapping based on recombinant-inbred lines combines three properties of critical importance: 1) Traits that can only be scored in populations of flies are easily studied, 2) An unlimited number of phenotypes can be studied using a single set of marker typings, and 3) Inferences are robust to the mode of gene action.
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Committee
Closed Committee - Genes & Developmental Biology (GDB)
Research Topics
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Research Priority
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Research Initiative
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Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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