VIR

N.I.Vavilov Institute of Plant Genetic Resources

N.I.Vavilov Institute of Plant Genetic Resources (VIR)

Сonference for doctoral students and young scientists of the North-Western region of Russia

On April 14-15, 2015 the Vavilov Institute will host a scientific conference for doctoral students and young scientists of the North-Western region of Russia. The main topic is PLANT GENETIC RESOURCES AND THEIR UTILIZATION IN CROP BREEDING PRACTICE. The following subtopics will be covered:

  • Researching plant genetic resources with the purpose of providing breeding practice with valuable source materials.
  • Modern methods of plant genetic diversity evaluation according to the most important biological and economic characters.
  • Introduction of new crops into cultivation.
  • Conservation, maintenance and utilization of plant genetic resources.