Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/B/S/2002/00409
Conservation genetics of the green turtle (Chelonia mydas) along the Atlantic coast of Africa.
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor MW Bruford, Cardiff University, School of Biosciences
- Grant held at:
- Cardiff University, School of Biosciences
- Science Area:
- Marine
- Overall Classification:
- Marine
- ENRIs:
- Biodiversity
- Science Topics:
- Population Genetics/Evolution
- Abstract:
- Molecular markers can be an essential tool in the management of endangered species such as the green turtle (Chelonia mydas). Recent research in our laboratory based on mitochondrial DNA shows that regional substructuring of Atlantic African rookeries due to female philopatry can be used to estimate the relative contribution of nesting populations to heavily exploited mixed stocks that form outside the breeding season (in feeding, developmental or migratory habitat). In order to refine this analysis, we will use microsatellite markers to describe genetic structure and quantify gene flow within and among African populations. We will analyse eight microsatellite loci in 503 samples that have already been collected from 15 countries, including five rookeries, an adult/subadult foraging ground, developmental habitat and west and central African fishery harvests.
- NERC Reference:
- NER/B/S/2002/00409
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Small Grants Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Small Grants
This grant award has a total value of £31,259
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Staff | Total - Other Costs | Total - Indirect Costs |
|---|---|---|
| £18,610 | £4,090 | £8,561 |
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