Molecular Genetics and Breeding of Forest Trees

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· 제목 : Molecular Genetics and Breeding of Forest Trees (Hardcover)
· 분류 : 외국도서 > 과학/수학/생태 > 과학 > 생명과학 > 유전학/유전체학
· ISBN : 9781560229582
· 쪽수 : 474쪽
· 출판일 : 2004-04-05

About the Editors
Contributors
Preface
Part I: FOREST TREE FUNCTIONAL GENOMICS
Chapter 1. Functional Genomics in Forest Trees
Introduction
The Functional Genomics Tool Kit—Transcript Discovery and Profiling
Functional Genomics in Action
En Route to Functional Genomics in Forest Trees
Conclusions
Chapter 2. Expressed Sequence Tag Databases from Forestry Tree Species
Introduction
Forestry Tree EST Databases
The Genesis Pine and Eucalyptus EST Projects
Special Purpose Libraries
Conclusion
Chapter 3. Proteomics for Genetic and Physiological Studies in Forest Trees: Application in Maritime Pine
Introduction
Characterization of the Pine Proteome
Genetic Variability of Qualitative and Quantitative Protein Variants
Variability of Proteome Expression in Physiological Studies
Conclusion
Chapter 4. Exploring the Transcriptome of the Ectomycorrhizal Symbiosis
Introduction
The Ectomycorrhizal Symbiosis
The Anatomy and Development of Ectomycorrhiza
The Morphogenesis of Ectomycorrhiza
Alteration in Gene Expression in Ectomycorrhiza
The Transcriptome of Ectomycorrhizal Symbioses
Outlook
Part II: MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF WOOD FORMATION
Chapter 5. Genomics of Wood Formation
Introduction
Wood Biosynthesis
Regulation of Wood Formation
Arabidopsis As a Model for the Study of Wood Formation
Genomics Approach to Wood Formation
The Outlook
Chapter 6. Molecular Genetics of Cellulose Biosynthesis in Trees
Introduction
Cellulose Heterogeneity in Trees
Cellulose Production Under Mechanical Stress
The Site of Cellulose Biosynthesis
Current Knowledge of the General Process of Cellulose Synthesis in Plants
Identification of CesA Genes in Plants
Isolation of New CesA and CSLD Genes
Future Perspectives
Chapter 7. Tuning Lignin Metabolism Through Genetic Engineering in Trees
Introduction
Genetic Modification of PAL and C4H
Genetic Modification of 4CL
Genetic Modification of C3H
Genetic Modification of CCoAOMT
Genetic Modification of CCR
Genetic Modification of F5H
Genetic Modification of COMT
Genetic Modification of CAD
Genetic Modification of Peroxidases and Laccases
Genetic Modification of Transcription Factors
Outlook
Chapter 8. In Vitro Systems for the Study of Wood Formation
Introduction
Cambial Activity
Wood Formation
The Formation of Tracheary Elements
Heartwood Formation (Tylosis and Pit Aspiration)
In Vitro Wood Formation Systems
Future Perspectives
Part III: FOREST TREE TRANSGENESIS
Chapter 9. Genetic Modification in Conifer Forestry: State-of-the-Art and Future Potential—A Case Study with Pinus radiata
Introduction
Tissue Culture As a Tool for Molecular Research
Genetic Engineering in Conifers
Modification of Traits by Suppression of Gene Expression
Analysis of Promoters Controlling Gene Expression in Conifers
Tissue Culture Protocols for the Early Assessment of Gene Function
Tools to Assess Gene Function at the Micro Level
Conclusions
Chapter 10. Transgenic Forest Trees for Insect Resistance
Introduction
Woody Plant Species Transgenic to Insect-Resistant Genes
Insect-Resistant Genes
Field Performance of Insect-Resistant Transgenic Trees
Biosafety of Insect-Resistant Transgenic Plants
Conclusion and Outlook
Chapter 11. Modification of Flowering in Forest Trees
Introduction
Regulation of Flowering Time and Flower Development in Arabidopsis
Genes Regulating Flower Development in Trees
Prevention of Flowering
Acceleration of Flowering
Conclusions
Chapter 12. Stability of Transgene Expression in Aspen
Introduction
rolC Gene, a Phenotypic Marker for the Stability of Transgene Expression
Morphological Analysis of 35S-rolC Transgenic Aspen Plants
Transgene Silencing
Transgene Repeat Formation and Unstable Expression
Transgene Integration and Unstable Expression
Mechanisms of Transgene Integration and Repeat Formation
How to Obtain Stably Expressing Transgenic Plants
Future Perspectives
Chapter 13. Asexual Production of Marker-Free Transgenic Aspen Using MAT Vector Systems
Introduction
Transformation Methods Using Agrobacterium
Problems of Antibiotic Selection
Principles of the MAT (Multi-Auto-Transformation) Vector System
Two-Step Transformation of Tobacco Plants Using the GST-MAT Vector
Transformation of Hybrid Aspen Using the GST-MAT Vector
Current Techniques for Removing Selectable Markers and Their Problems
Advantages of Selection Using the ipt Gene
Transgene Stacking Using the ipt-MAT Vector
Combination of the ipt and iaaM/H Genes
Decrease in Environmental Impact Using Sterile Transgenic Trees
Conclusion
Part IV: GENOME MAPPING IN FOREST TREES
Chapter 14. High-Density Linkage Maps in Conifer Species and Their Potential Application
Introduction
Basic Aspects for Constructing High-Density Maps in Conifer Species
Application of High-Density Maps in Forest Species
Conclusions and Perspectives
Chapter 15. Microsatellites in Forest Tree Species: Characteristics, Identification, and Applications
Introduction
Microsatellites in the Nuclear Genome: Distribution and Variability
From Genome to Populations: The Isolation of Microsatellites and the Development of Molecular Markers
Microsatellites in Populations: SSRs As a Tool for the Screening of Diversity, Differentiation, and Evolution
What is Different About Microsatellites of the Organelle Genomes?
Conclusions
Chapter 16. Genome Mapping in Populus
Introduction
Marker Systems
Mapping Strategies
Genetic Linkage Maps of the Populus Genome
Comparison of Linkage Maps
Perspectives
Chapter 17. Genetic Mapping in Acacias
Introduction
Aspects of the Reproductive Biology of Acacias That Affect Genetic Mapping Strategies
Linkage Mapping in Acacia mangium
Applications of the Acacia Map
Conclusions
Index
Reference Notes Included