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NERC Reference : NER/B/S/2002/00225

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Microsatellite probes to test sociobiological theory with army ants.

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor N Franks, University of Bristol, Biological Sciences
Co-Investigator:
Professor K Edwards, University of Bristol, Biological Sciences
Grant held at:
University of Bristol, Biological Sciences
Science Area:
Terrestrial
Overall Classification:
Terrestrial
Science Classification details
ENRIs:
Biodiversity
Science Topics:
Population Genetics/Evolution
Behavioural Ecology
Abstract:
Army ants are both ecologically important and prime candidates for tests of sociobiological theory. However, there has been no work on their genetics. This grant will enable us to develop specific microsatellite probes for the army ant Eciton burchelli. In the longer term, these developments will enable us to determine the effective population size of semi-isolated groups of army ant colonies and hence make better predictions for their conservation. Within the timeframe of this grant we will test key hypotheses about their sociobiology. (1) How often do queens mate? (2) Do colonies fission along patrilineal lines so that in new colonies the queen and the workers are full sisters?
Period of Award:
1 Mar 2003 - 31 Oct 2003
Value:
£30,745
(FY details)
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/B/S/2002/00225
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Small Grants Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed
Programme:
Small Grants

This grant award has a total value of £30,745  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - StaffTotal - Other CostsTotal - Indirect Costs
£17,141£5,719£7,885

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