Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP160100482]
Researchers:
John Morgan
(Chief Investigator)
,
Prof Paul Sunnucks
(Chief Investigator)
,
A/Prof Mark Lintermans
(Partner Investigator)
,
Dr Andrzej Kilian
(Partner Investigator)
,
Dr David Coates
(Partner Investigator)
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Brief description Genetic rescue of Australian wildlife. Genetic rescue of Australian wildlife. This project aims to test genetic rescue as an efficient recovery technique for threatened plants and animals. Genetic rescue is under-utilised, even though it is overwhelmingly beneficial. This project will convert management actions on five Endangered/Critically Endangered species into rigorous experiments that measure the fitness benefits of genetic rescue, and demonstrate genome-wide consequences. Anticipated outcomes include innovative genetic rescue protocols, a framework for genetic rescue, and leading-edge conservation training. Expected benefits are increased persistence of species that are otherwise unresponsive to management, and a new path to saving endangered species.
Funding Amount $476,000
Funding Scheme Linkage Projects
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/LP160100482
- ARC : LP160100482