Details of Award
NERC Reference : NER/T/S/2001/00301
Changes to genome and transcriptome during hybrid speciation in Senecio
Grant Award
- Principal Investigator:
- Professor SJ Hiscock, University of Bristol, Biological Sciences
- Co-Investigator:
- Professor RJ Abbott, University of St Andrews, Biology
- Grant held at:
- University of Bristol, Biological Sciences
- Science Area:
- Terrestrial
- Overall Classification:
- Terrestrial
- ENRIs:
- Biodiversity
- Science Topics:
- Environmental Genomics
- Population Genetics/Evolution
- Abstract:
- This project will examine changes in genome structure and transcriptome during abrupt hybrid speciation in the genus Senecio. Research will consist of two priority genomic analyses, 1) the homoploid hybrid origin of S. squalidus, focussing on genome reorganization and gene expression, and 2) the allopolyploid origin of S. cambrensis, focussing on genome reorganization, gene expression and phenotypic evolution, we will compare these processes in both natural (wild) hybrids and resynthesized hybrids. Each genomic analysis will consist of parallel AFLP/SSR mapping (at St. Andrews) and micro array analysis (at Bristol) of parental and hybrid genomes/transcriptomes. ESTs showing altered patterns of expression will be characterized and positioned on the saturated maps to investigate correlations between changes in genome structure and changes in gene expression.
- Period of Award:
- 17 Jun 2002 - 16 Apr 2006
- Value:
- £297,552 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
- NERC Reference:
- NER/T/S/2001/00301
- Grant Stage:
- Completed
- Scheme:
- Directed Pre FEC
- Grant Status:
- Closed
- Programme:
- Environmental Genomics
This grant award has a total value of £297,552
FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)
| Total - Staff | Total - T&S | Total - Other Costs | Total - Equipment | Total - Indirect Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £138,275 | £2,475 | £77,625 | £15,568 | £63,607 |
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