Future Farm Industries CRC
Scholarship Description
Amphiploids and partial amphiploids, involving wheat genomes and genomes from perennial Triticeae grasses, hold particular promise as new perennial dual-purpose forage and grain “wheats”. Among their potential benefits to Australian agriculture and environment are the hydrological advantages of their deep roots, low input requirements, soil conservation, forage value and carbon sequestration. The available germplasm derives its perenniality from wheatgrass species such as Thinopyrum intermedium and Th. ponticum. As the evaluation of physiology, perenniality and summer dormancy proceeds, it is important to define the genomes and chromosomes present in this germplasm. Molecular cytogenetic techniques such as GISH (genomic in situ hybridisation) and indicator molecular markers will be used to define the chromosomal composition of the promising germplasm. Intercrosses between lines of potential value will be used to confirm whether the extra alien genomes are of similar compositio
| Reference Number: | 3827 |
| Study Subject: | Molecular cytogenetic analysis/disease resistance of perennial wheat derived from wheat-alien hybrid |
| Web Address: | http://www.futurefarmcrc.com.au/pg_education.html |
| Provided By: | Future Farm Industries CRC |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Adelaide, The University of Western Australia. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered on an ongoing basis to one person. Open for applications from August 1, 2008.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD28000 (per annum). This award is to be used for research and living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: AGRICULTURAL, VETERINARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, Biochemistry and cell biology, BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, Botany, Crop and pasture production or Genetics. It is required that your study starts no earlier than August 1, 2008.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand or permanent residents can apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Daryll Richardson (Education Manager) Future farm Industries CRC Email: drichardson@agaveeducation.com.au |