Details of Award

NERC Reference : NER/G/S/2001/00025

An exploratory study to develop microsatellite primers for two species of antarctic fish.

Principal Investigator:: Professor G Carvalho, University of Hull, Biological Sciences
Co-Investigator:: Dr L Hauser, University of Washington, School of Aquatic & Fishery Science
Co-Investigator:: Professor PGK Rodhouse, NERC British Antarctic Survey, Science Programmes
Grant held at:: University of Hull, Biological Sciences

ENRIs:: Natural Resource Management; Biodiversity
Science Topics:: Ocean Circulation; Population Genetics/Evolution; Conservation Ecology; Population Ecology

Abstract:: The current application is in response to the request by the AFI Moderating Panel (June 2000) to submit an application for an exploratory study to develop microsatellites and test for population structuring in Antarctic fishes as a basis for a subsequent full three-year AFI bid. The emphasis is thus on technical development and initial tests to demonstrate the feasibility of the approach within the Antarctic context, though the ultimate aim is to explore gene flow in relation to oceanography and diversity in life-history. Specifically, we will (1) develop microsatellite primers for two species of Antarctic fish, Champsocephalus gunnari and Notothenia rossii; (2) undertake a pilot analysis of the extent and patterns of genetic differentiation in populations of one species (C. gunnari); (3) perform initial computer simulations testing the utility of mixed stock analysis (MSA) for subsequent determination of larval origin.

Authorised funds only

This grant award has a total value of £35,571

Total - T&S	Total - Staff	Total - Other Costs	Total - Indirect Costs
£886	£19,381	£6,390	£8,915

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