Origin and evolution of sex chromosomes in the silene genus

Objective

The aim of the project is to trace the origin and evolution of sex chromosomes in the Silene genus via the search for their autosomal ancestor, testing the role of translocations and estimation of the age of particular chromosomal segments.

Programme(s)

• FP5-HUMAN POTENTIAL - Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Improving the human research potential and the socio-economic knowledge base" (1998-2002)

Funding Scheme

RGI - Research grants (individual fellowships)

Coordinator

ECOLE NORMALE SUPERIEURE DE LYON

Address

Allée D'italie 46
69364 Lyon
France