Objective Somatic embryogenesis is theoretically, the system of choice for the propagation of the breeding crops with elite characteristics, such as oak. Asynchronosity of the developmental stages prevents automation of the process; hence the media changes are highly laborious. The objective of the project is to develop a sealed bag where these media changes are achieved by osmosis. The project will develop a suitable bag for somatic embryogenesis of juvenile, and later mature oak tissue along with a protocol for automating the process. The low-cost of the process will allow Commercialisation of somatic embryogenesis even where there is poor synchronicity. The success of the system, will allow the production of low cost, elite forest trees of high yield and quality. Fields of science social sciencessociologyindustrial relationsautomationnatural sciencesbiological sciencesdevelopmental biologyagricultural sciencesagriculture, forestry, and fisheriesagriculture Programme(s) FP5-LIFE QUALITY - Specific Programme for research, technological development and demonstration on "Quality of life and management of living resources", 1998-2002 Topic(s) 1.1.1.-5. - Key action Sustainable Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Call for proposal Data not available Funding Scheme EAW - Exploratory awards Coordinator PLANT TECHNOLOGY LTD EU contribution No data Address Dublin Road IDA Industrial Estate 124 Enniscorthy Ireland See on map Total cost No data Participants (1) Sort alphabetically Sort by EU Contribution Expand all Collapse all HAMPSHIRE ADVISORY AND TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD United Kingdom EU contribution No data Address 19 Wessex Trade Centre BH123PF POOLE,DORSET See on map Total cost No data
