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Comparison of Existing Genetic Diversity in Anatolian Black Pine (Pinus
nigra Arnold subsp. pallasiana) Seed Stands, Seed Orchards,
and Plantations Using Molecular Markers: Implications for Tree Improvement
and Gene Conservation (ANK 17 1611/1999 – 2002)
Project
Leader: Ercan VELİOĞLU
Project
Managers: Ercan VELİOĞLU, Burcu ÇENGEL, Murat ALAN, Zeki KAYA
Institutions
in cooperation: Middle East Technical University, Dept. of Biology
Supporting
Institution: Society for the Conservation of Turkey’s Nature
Objective:
To determine and compare the genetic diversity and changes in amount and
pattern of genetic diversity in Anatolian black pine seed stands, seed
orchards and plantations originated from these stands by using molecular
markers. Data obtained will be evaluated to determine the amount of genetic
diversity and changes in genetic diversity in seed stands, seed orchards
and plantations. Results of the study (genetic diversity, genetic distances
of populations) will be used in tree breeding and gene conservation practices.
Activities:
Seed collection and extraction works has been completed. DNA isolation
work is still going on.
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