3rd Edition Of Plant Science and Molecular Biology World Conference 2026
Speakers - PMBWC2024
Anita Samuga
Anita Samuga
- Designation: Principal Scientist, BASF Corporation
- Country: USA
- Title: Leveraging Next Generation Sequencing for Gene Discovery in Crops
Abstract
Short read sequencing and genome wide association studies have accelerated gene and quantitative trait loci discovery in crops. High quality reference plant genome assemblies and construction of pan genomes is now providing a source for SNPs and novel structural variant discovery. We are utilizing long read sequencing in multiple facets for novel gene discovery in soybean and cotton. QTL identification and fine mapping of genes is refined by oxford nanopore sequencing to deconvolute complex highly repetitive regions of the genome previously inaccessible with short read sequencing. Fine mapping combined with transcriptome sequencing provides a robust method to identify candidate genes associated with plant pathogen response. High throughput marker technologies coupled with advanced phenotyping platforms provide new avenues for marker trait associations, genotyping, and genomic assisted selection. We leverage next generation sequencing technologies for QTL detection and gene discovery to support breeding and enable crop improvement.
Precision Global Conference (PGC) warmly invites participants worldwide to the “3rd Edition of the Plant Science and Molecular Biology World Conference (PMBWC) 2026,” which will take place in Singapore ...
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