Molecular Plant Breeding


Upon the completion of the course the students should have comprehend:

  • Main principles of the germplasm treatment
  • Main methods of plant transformation
  • Major applications of Genetic Engineering for biotic and abiotic stresses
  • Environmental implications of GMO

COURSE CONTENT

Principles of DNA manipulation, gene banks, methods of transformation (Agrobacterium, electroporosis, bombing procedure, chemical procedure), transformation for resistance in herbicide, biotic and abiotic stresses, environmental implications.