QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN PLANT BREEDING
We are sorry but this course is now fully booked.
NIAB expect to put on additional courses later in 2008 an 2009.
Do not hesitate to contact us for further information.
A TWO WEEK COURSE 7th – 18TH APRIL 2008
Statistics, computation and data handling,
molecular genetics, population genetics,
quantitative genetics, linkage analysis, association mapping,
marker assisted selection
Tutor: Dr Ian Mackay
THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURAL BOTANY
CAMBRIDGE
Quantitative Methods In Plant Breeding
This two week postgraduate level course will introduce participants to methods in quantitative genetics and statistics. Course content will range from the well established, for example variety trial design and analysis, to more contemporary methods such as linkage disequilibrium mapping. Emphasis will be on practical application of methods to breeding programmes with theory covered in sufficient depth to allow confident evaluation and application of methods to plant breeding programmes. The course will provide an opportunity for practical plant breeders to become familiar with the concepts and utilization of contemporary software to detect genetic linkage between markers and traits, enhancing understanding of association genetics approaches to better understand germplasm dynamics.
Who should attend?
Plant breeders and plant geneticists who have some background knowledge of statistics and quantitative genetics, but who wish to understand and be able to apply these methods more thoroughly. Post-graduate students working on the detection and analysis of gene(s) controlling the inheritance of complex traits.
Course content
Topics will include:
Revision/refresher: Basic statistics and genetics
Statistics: Regression, ANOVA, variety trial design and analysis
Computation/data handling: Review of software, simple simulation exercises
Molecular genetics: Strengths and weaknesses of alternative marker systems
Population genetics: Single and multiple locus disequilibrium
Quantitative genetics: Quantitative trait loci, selection theory
Linkage analysis: Genetic maps and mapping QTL
Association mapping: Population structure
Marker assisted selection: Strengths, weaknesses, methods
COURSE DETAILS
Duration
Week 2:- Monday 14th April – Friday 18th April
Note that the course will start at 10.30 on Mondays and finish at 14.00 on Fridays to allow travel to and from Cambridge
What’s included
Course materials, refreshments, lunches, guest lectures and two local excursions.
Accommodation
We have reserved en-suite rooms with breakfast at New Hall College. If you wish to book one of these rooms you need to book and pay by no later than Wednesday December 5th. We may be able to arrange accommodation in Cambridge after Dec 5th but cannot guarantee availability
Costs - course only
Postgraduate student - £500, after Dec 5th £600
Academic – £900, after Dec 5th £1000
Industry - £1400, after Dec 5th £1500
Costs – course plus 8 nights’ accommodation in New Hall
Postgraduate student - £1108
Academic - £1508
Industry - £2008
Extra nights at New Hall can be arranged at £76 per night – please see the booking form
Student Bursaries
We have five £300 bursaries to offer students taking the course plus accommodation package. To apply for a bursary we require a CV, a description of your current project and a supporting letter from your supervisor
How to apply
Please complete and return the accompanying form: doc or pdf to “Courses, NIAB, Huntingdon Road, Cambridge CB3 0LE, UK” or by fax on +44 1223 277602 or e-mail it to courses@niab.com. The course is limited to 20 participants on a first come basis. The final closing date for applications without guaranteed accommodation is 29th February 2008
Payment
We can accept payment by debit/credit card or by cheque
Please complete and return the accompanying form: doc or pdf
Cancellation charges
Please note that New Hall’s policy is to levy a 20% administrative charge irrespective of whether or not they are able to re-sell the room. If they cannot re-sell the room they will levy the following; cancellation 2-4 months before the course, 75% of the total value of the booking increasing to 90% at 0-2 months before the course. NIAB will have to pass these costs on to the individual and we recommend that you arrange insurance to cover the risk of cancellation
Contact details
Please address any queries to courses@niab.com or by telephone to the Course Administrator on +44 1223 342269