Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/A/S/2000/01388
Natural selection and quantitative genetics in a 'giant' island bird: an empirical test of new marker-based approaches.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor I Owens, University of Sheffield, Animal and Plant Sciences
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor TA Burke, University of Sheffield, School of Biosciences
- Grant held at:
- University of Sheffield, Animal and Plant Sciences
- Science Area:
- Terrestrial
- Overall Classification:
- Terrestrial
- ENRIs:
- Biodiversity
- Science Topics:
- Population Genetics/Evolution
- Behavioural Ecology
- Abstract:
- We propose to study the genetic basis of selection for 'gigantism' in an island-dwelling bird, a striking and widespread phenomenon that has stimulated much ecological debate but has not been investigated in a quantitative fashion. Our study has two aims. (1) Employ cross-fostering experiments to quantify selection, heritability and genetic covariance associated with size and foraging behaviour. This will test the traditional explanation for insular gigantism, based on the assumption that large body size facilitates ecological niche expansion. (2) Test the utility of new marker-based methodologies for quantifying selection and quantitative genetic parameters without the need for cross-fostering or pedigree information. If such marker-based methods are practical for use in wild vertebrate populations, they promise to revolutionise the study of selection.
- Period of Award:
- 15 Apr 2002 - 14 Aug 2005
- Value:
- £79,128 Split Award
Authorised funds only
- NERC Reference:
- NER/A/S/2000/01388
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Standard Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Standard Grant
This grant award has a total value of £79,128
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Staff | Total - Other Costs | Total - Indirect Costs | Total - Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| £36,152 | £22,622 | £16,630 | £3,726 |
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