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We are very pleased to announce a symposium devoted to Molecular Markers in Horticulture to be held at Oregon State University from July 29 to August 1, 2009.
Please visit http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/molecularmarkers2009
The symposium will cover DNA-based markers and their uses in cultivar identification, germplasm management, characterization of genetic diversity, delineation of population structure of wild relatives, phylogenetic analyses, and marker assisted selection. During the symposium, you will have an opportunity to explore the state of molecular marker science in 5 sessions:
The program will include thought-provoking lectures by invited speakers in each of the 5 sessions, as well as a diverse selection of oral and poster presentations. During the symposium you will have the opportunity to tour the National Clonal Germplasm Repository that houses world collections of hazelnut, pear and many berry crops; a federal lab specializing in molecular detection of small fruit viruses and a commercial vegetable breeding program in which molecular markers play a vital role.
You will enjoy the mild summer temperatures in Western Oregon moderated by the nearby Pacific Ocean, the beautiful coniferous forests in the adjacent Coast and Cascade mountain ranges, and you will be tempted by the award-winning wines from local small vineyards and the abundant seasonal vegetables, fruits and berries.
We look forward to having you join us at the Symposium on Molecular Markers in Horticulture, July 29 through August 1, 2009, at the Alumni Center located on the OSU campus in Corvallis, Oregon.
Watch for the call for abstracts, detailed program information and registration to begin in September, 2008.
This symposium is organized by:
The International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS)
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) of the US Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Oregon State University (OSU)
