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Plant Conservation Genetics
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Author : Robert J Henry
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2006-06-21
Plant Conservation Genetics written by Robert J Henry and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-21 with Science categories.
A practical guide that covers both in situ and ex situ techniques for plant diversity conservation The conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources is of increasing importance globally. Plant Conservation Genetics addresses this issue by providing an extensive overview of this emerging area of science, exploring various pr
Genetics And Conservation Of Rare Plants
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Author : Donald A. Falk
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 1991-11-14
Genetics And Conservation Of Rare Plants written by Donald A. Falk and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991-11-14 with Science categories.
Nearly 700 species of plants may become extinct by the year 2000. Faced with this overwhelming prospect, plant conservationists must take advantage of every technique available. This unique work summarizes our current knowledge of the genetics and population biology of rare plants, and integrates it with practical conservation recommendations. It features discussions on the distribution and significance of genetic variation, management and evaluation of rare plant germplasm, and conservation strategies for genetic diversity. Case studies focusing on specific problems offer important insights for today's challenges in rare plant conservation.
Plant Conservation Genetics
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Author : Robert J Henry
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2006-06-20
Plant Conservation Genetics written by Robert J Henry and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-20 with Science categories.
A practical guide that covers both in situ and ex situ techniques for plant diversity conservation The conservation and sustainable use of plant genetic resources is of increasing importance globally. Plant Conservation Genetics addresses this issue by providing an extensive overview of this emerging area of science, exploring various practical strategies and the latest technology for conservation of plant biodiversity. Leading specialists and experts discuss topics ranging from the science’s foundations through every aspect of plant conservation genetics. This informative text includes several ex situ (outside of natural habitat) and in situ (inside of natural habitat) techniques for plant conservation useful for researchers, educators, and students. Plant Conservation Genetics first reviews the importance, opportunities, and numerous advantages of this type of conservation, then explores various effective ex situ (for specific species) and in situ (for certain species on up to full ecosystems and habitats) techniques for conservation. Essential detailed information is presented on collection strategies, botanic gardens, DNA banks, biodiversity management, and genetic resources in seedbanks. Each specialist reveals his or her personal experience of working in the field, allowing direct experience to illustrate and provide expert perspective on the key issues of plant conservation. The book is carefully referenced and includes tables and figures to enhance clarity of data. Plant Conservation Genetics topics include: strategies for plant conservation opportunities for application of plant conservation genetics botanic garden conservation DNA extraction and storage field genebanks in vitro techniques cryopreservation germplasm collection and management collecting missions genetic and biological property rights and benefit-sharing database and sample management for genebank collections monitoring and maintaining ecosystems in in situ conservation habitat fragmentation molecular analysis of plant genetic resources molecular marker analysis nuclear, mitochondrial, and chloroplast genome analysis genomics in the management of plant biodiversity Plant Conservation Genetics is a comprehensive desktop resource perfect for botanists, plant scientists, agricultural scientists, environmentalists, gardeners, and educators and students.
Plant Genetic Conservation
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Author : Nigel Maxted
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2013-12-01
Plant Genetic Conservation written by Nigel Maxted and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-12-01 with Science categories.
The recent development of ideas on biodiversity conservation was already being considered almost three-quarters of a century ago for crop plants and the wild species related to them, by the Russian geneticist N.!. Vavilov. He was undoubtedly the first scientist to understand the impor tance for humankind of conserving for utilization the genetic diversity of our ancient crop plants and their wild relatives from their centres of diversity. His collections showed various traits of adaptation to environ mental extremes and biotypes of crop diseases and pests which were unknown to most plant breeders in the first quarter of the twentieth cen tury. Later, in the 1940s-1960s scientists began to realize that the pool of genetic diversity known to Vavilov and his colleagues was beginning to disappear. Through the replacement of the old, primitive and highly diverse land races by uniform modem varieties created by plant breed ers, the crop gene pool was being eroded. The genetic diversity of wild species was equally being threatened by human activities: over-exploita tion, habitat destruction or fragmentation, competition resulting from the introduction of alien species or varieties, changes and intensification of land use, environmental pollution and possible climate change.
Conserving Plant Genetic Diversity In Protected Areas
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Author : José María Iriondo
language : en
Publisher: CABI
Release Date : 2008-01-01
Conserving Plant Genetic Diversity In Protected Areas written by José María Iriondo and has been published by CABI this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-01 with Technology & Engineering categories.
This book comprises 7 chapters discussing the genetic diversity conservation in protected areas and the management of wild relatives. Some topics covered were: genetic reserve management, location and design; plant population monitoring methods for in situ conservation of wild relatives; habitat recovery; and ex situ measures.
The Ex Situ Conservation Of Plant Genetic Resources
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Author : J.G. Hawkes
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
The Ex Situ Conservation Of Plant Genetic Resources written by J.G. Hawkes and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-06 with Science categories.
It is a distressing truism that the human race during the last millennium has caused the exponential loss of plant genetic diversity throughout the world. This has had direct and negative economic, political and social consequences for the human race, which at the same time has failed to exploit fully the positive benefits that might result from conserving and exploiting the world's plant genetic resources. However, a strong movement to halt this loss of plant diversity and enhance its utilisation for the benefit of all humanity has been underway since the 1960's (Frankel and Bennett, 1970; Frankel and Hawkes, 1975). This initiative was taken up by the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD, 1992) that not only expounds the need to conserve biological diversity but links conservation to exploitation and development for the benefit of all. Article 8 of the Convention clearly states the need to develop more effective and efficient guidelines to conserve biological diversity, while Article 9, along with the FAO International Undertaking on Plant Genetic Resources, promotes the adoption of a complementary approach to conservation that incorporates both ex situ and in situ techniques.
Genetic Diversity And Erosion In Plants
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Author : M.R. Ahuja
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2015-12-16
Genetic Diversity And Erosion In Plants written by M.R. Ahuja and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-16 with Science categories.
Genetic erosion is the loss of genetic diversity within a species. It can happen very quickly, due to catastrophic events, or changes in land use leading to habitat loss. But it can also occur more gradually and remain unnoticed for a long time. One of the main causes of genetic erosion is the replacement of local varieties by modern varieties. Other causes include environmental degradation, urbanization, and land clearing through deforestation and brush fires. In order to conserve biodiversity in plants, it is important to targets three independent levels that include ecosystems, species and genes. Genetic diversity is important to a species’ fitness, long-term viability, and ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions. Chapters in this book are written by leading geneticists, molecular biologists and other specialists on relevant topics on genetic erosion and conservation genetic diversity in plants. This divisible set of two volumes deals with a broad spectrum of topics on genetic erosion, and approaches to biodiversity conservation in crop plants and trees. Volume 1 deals with indicators and prevention of genetic erosion, while volume 2 covers genetic diversity and erosion in a number of plants species. These two volumes will also be useful to botanists, biotechnologists, environmentalists, policy makers, conservationists, and NGOs working to manage genetic erosion and biodiversity.
Genetic Management Of Fragmented Animal And Plant Populations
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Author : Richard Frankham
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-07-04
Genetic Management Of Fragmented Animal And Plant Populations written by Richard Frankham and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-07-04 with Science categories.
One of the greatest unmet challenges in conservation biology is the genetic management of fragmented populations of threatened animal and plant species. More than a million small, isolated, population fragments of threatened species are likely suffering inbreeding depression and loss of evolutionary potential, resulting in elevated extinction risks. Although these effects can often be reversed by re-establishing gene flow between population fragments, managers very rarely do this. On the contrary, genetic methods are used mainly to document genetic differentiation among populations, with most studies concluding that genetically differentiated populations should be managed separately, thereby isolating them yet further and dooming many to eventual extinction! Many small population fragments are going extinct principally for genetic reasons. Although the rapidly advancing field of molecular genetics is continually providing new tools to measure the extent of population fragmentation and its genetic consequences, adequate guidance on how to use these data for effective conservation is still lacking. This accessible, authoritative text is aimed at senior undergraduate and graduate students interested in conservation biology, conservation genetics, and wildlife management. It will also be of particular relevance to conservation practitioners and natural resource managers, as well as a broader academic audience of conservation biologists and evolutionary ecologists.
Plant Genetic Conservation
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Author : Nigel Maxted
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020
Plant Genetic Conservation written by Nigel Maxted and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020 with Germplasm resources, Plant categories.
"Plant genetic conservation is a current critical issue because of the increasing loss of taxa and genetic diversity associated with climate change and environmental mismanagement on all biodiversity, but particularly plant diversity that forms the foundation of all food chains and human food security. The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity in 1992 was first to draw attention to the need to conserve the world's natural resources, the need to link biodiversity conservation to sustainable exploitation and human development and the requirement to ensure equitable sharing of the benefits arising from the exploitation of biological diversity. A requirement echoed throughout numerous global environmental reports up the most recent State of the World Report on Biodiversity for Food and Agriculture (FAO, 2019) and Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services report (IPBES, 2019). The exploitation of plant genetic diversity is of fundamental importance to the survival of humankind, therefore, the need to safeguard plant genetic conservation and sustainable exploitation is crucial to all our futures. This text provides a practical and theoretical introduction to the strategies and actions we can adopt to conserve plant genetic diversity, as well as explaining how humankind can exploit these resources for sustainable development"--
Plant Genetic Conservation
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Author : N. Maxted
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
Plant Genetic Conservation written by N. Maxted and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with categories.