Development and application of novel genotyping methods for the seed industry

As the use of genetic data for improved breeding decision making (marker assisted breeding) has increased, the ability to deliver genotypic data quickly and efficiently has become an essential component of food crop breeding programs in Agricultural Biotechnology. This project aims to deliver technologies and methods for simpler and more efficient genotyping from a diverse array of tissue types and crops, in order to enable wider use of marker assisted breeding. It is proposed to develop a range of novel methods for the extraction and purification of DNA from a diverse array of tissue types and crops and develop and apply novel genotyping methods for food crop breeding programs in Ag Biotech. The project will include a placement with Industrial Partner Syngenta, Bracknell.

A studentship funded by the BBSRC White Rose Doctoral Training Programme is available for a start in October 2017. The studentship is based at the University of Sheffield, to include a placement at an industrial partner. The award will include a tax-free stipend at standard Research Council rate (£14,553); research costs; and tuition fees at the UK/EU rate.

Studentship is available to applicants from UK and EU countries who meet UK residency requirements. Check eligibility on this website: http://www.bbsrc.ac.uk/documents/studentship-eligibility-pdf/
For further information contact Dr Mark Dickman on email [Email Address Removed]