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Marie Curie Host Fellowships
for Transfer of knowledge (TOK) |
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Genomic Approaches for Crop Improvement. GenCrop. |
Contract N° MTDK-CT-2004-509834. |
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The Co-ordinator Department of Genetics, University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, [DG-UWM] established in Poland |
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GENOMICS is the discovery and study of
many genes simultaneously and it covers the determination of genome
structure, analysis of molecular bases of differences between organisms
and analysis of gene function. The genomic technologies are improving
our understanding of complex characters as well as provide the basis of
effective breeding strategies. In Poland this approach is in infancy
although it has ability to make important contribution to solving the
burning problems of agriculture in front of accession to EU. By
increasing the productivity and quality of crops this technology will
enhance food security, quality of life, and adds much to the value of
seeds. The successful implementation of genomics to crop production in
Poland will have also impact on developing the genetic supply industry.
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Therefore the programme is focused
on selected topics which are of great importance in plant breeding,
including molecular basis of quantitative inheritance, genetic
improvement of alternative crops, exploitation of genetic diversity and
molecular evolution of plants. THE OVERALL AIM
OF THE PROJECT IS TO DEVELOP SUFFICIENT KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNOLOGICAL
BASE TO BECOME COMPETENT AND UNDERTAKE MOLECULAR RESEARCH IN PLANTS IN
POLISH CENTRE.
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The objectives of the project are: | |
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To
advance interdisciplinary research and
apply the modern genomics technologies to fundamental knowledge and
sustainable crop improvement.
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To
improve the participation in
international research programmes and integrate with European Research
Area.
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To
promote the plant genomics as a mean for
solving socio-economic problems of Newly Associated States.
The objectives of the project will be reached through transfer of technologies and knowledge from the specific research areas (positional cloning, high-throughput markers, functional genomics, microarrays) as well as through development of complementary skills including project writing, management, networking activities, marketing and communication strategies.
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GenCrop objectives and TOK training elements | |
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The overall aim of the GENCROP
project is to develop sufficient knowledge and technological base to
become competent and undertake molecular research in plants in Polish
centre - Department of Genetics, University of Warmia and Mazury in
Olsztyn, Poland. To meet this overall aim the specific objectives are
set up:
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Objective 1.
To advance interdisciplinary research and apply the modern genomic technologies to fundamental knowledge and sustainable crop improvement |
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The objective will be implemented
through recruitment of external experts in the field of genomics and
related technologies (bioinformatics, crop science) as well as through
the establishment of multidisciplinary research in the Department of
Genetics. The transfer of knowledge will be carried on 4 thematic areas which are within a traditional area of strength of
the Department of Genetics as well as they are of great importance in
plant breeding. The topics include:
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joined laboratory experiments
to advance research and implement genomic technologies to the host
laboratory,
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outgoing training (T*) of
host experienced researchers at partner institutions,
(*capital letters in parentheses mean the acronym for the activity further used in workpackages) |
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tutoring (TUT) of researchers working on their Ph.D thesis, | |
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workshops and seminars (WORK) aimed at planning joined experiments or proposals, analysing of research results or discussing the detailed problems, | |
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technical training and classes (CLAS) - experimental classes conducted in the host laboratory and addressed to the group of 5-10 researchers from the host and aimed at improving technical skills, | |
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thematic
lectures (LEC) addressed to wider scientific community -
department, faculty, university as well as addressed to small target
groups of researchers from the Department of Genetics (including
special lectures to those researchers working on their Ph.D).
Eventually seminars/lectures addressed to experienced researchers of
Faculty of Biology as well to wide scientific community (researchers
who co-operates with the host).
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The personal contacts with experts
from leading European research institutes will be developed in order to
plan proposals and networks. In addition training, lectures and
seminars dealing with project management and monitoring will be
conducted by experts.
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workshops and seminars (WORK)
that will be addressed to researchers of the host. The aim of these
activity will be teaching of the methods of project management as well
as recruitment of the experienced researchers from partner institutions
who will be a member of an advisory group.
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joined proposals (RTD) -
the activity will focus on preparation or participation in EU proposals.
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The objective will be implemented
through recruitment of international experts preferable those having
experience with industry projects, establishing commodity chains or
with methods of communication research results to public.
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targeted training scheme and
classes (CLAS) addressed to experienced host researchers taking
part in research organisation, breeders, policymakers, groups of
interests. The aim of this scheme is to engage all stakeholders in
research planning and development. The expected achievements are links
with technology users, effective mechanisms of technology transfer from
academia to industry, new funding opportunities. The targeted training
should be conducted by researchers (working in public or private
sector) experienced in contacts with society and industry.
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setting up a business plan
and training on marketing strategies, user identifying and organising
the commodity chains.
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outgoing
training (T) at partner institutions aims at taking part in
organisation and activity of commodity chains or setting up a business
plan.
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Table. Transfer of knowledge measures | |
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Figure. Graphical presentation of the GenCrop components. | |
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Partnership agreement and experts recruitment (see more...) |
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Publication of vacancies (see more...) |
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Expression of interest registered in Cordis database. |
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1. Biotechnological
approaches for increasing grain legume production in Europe -
Bio-Leg. NoE. 2. Assesment of gene flow with emphasis of GMO risks. Gen-Flow. NoE. 3. Genomic and proteomic approaches for understanding quantitative inheritance. GP-QTL. IP. 4. Genetic improvement of underutilised and neglected species. Genius. NoE. |
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