Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0347872]Researchers: Prof Michael D'Occhio (Chief Investigator) , Dr Bernard Carroll (Chief Investigator) , Dr Richard Fry (Partner Investigator)
Brief description DNA methylation in IVF and cloned embryos. In vitro fertilisation (IVF) and cloning are new assisted reproductive technologies that in time will revolutionise genetic improvement of Australia's economically important animals. IVF and cloning can be associated with aberrant growth that results from atypical gene expression. DNA methylation is central to gene regulation and determines which genes are expressed. In this project a new technique will be used to quantify DNA methylation in naturally conceived, IVF and cloned embryos. The information will be used to improve IVF and cloning so that these technologies can be applied with confidence to increase the international competitiveness of Australia's livestock industries.
Funding Amount $69,099
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP0347872
- ARC : LP0347872