TriMEDB: A database to integrate transcribed markers and facilitate genetic studies of the tribe Triticeae
2008
TriMEDB: A Database for Triticeae Genetic Studies
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Mochida Keiichi, Saisho Daisuke, Yoshida Takuhiro, Sakurai Tetsuya, Shinozaki Kazuo
Primary Institution: Plant Science Center, RIKEN
Hypothesis
The integration of genetic markers in Triticeae species will enhance map-based genetic studies and contribute to sustainable food production.
Conclusion
TriMEDB provides a comprehensive resource for transcribed genetic markers, facilitating QTL analysis and population genetics studies of Triticeae.
Supporting Evidence
- TriMEDB contains 2737 unique cDNAs mapped onto linkage maps.
- The database integrates data from multiple published barley and wheat maps.
- TriMEDB facilitates high-throughput genotyping for multiple populations.
Takeaway
TriMEDB is like a big library that helps scientists find important information about genes in wheat and barley, which can help grow more food.
Methodology
The database integrates mapped cDNA markers from various sources and provides visualization tools for genetic mapping.
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