The apple genome sequence and associated annotation are now available in GDR. Many thanks to Riccardo Velasco and his team for providing the data.
While there are links in the text below, please go to the GDR home page (www.rosaceae.org) to access the data as the email links sometimes get re-routed incorrectly via the mail server at WSU.
Apple Genome v1.0
General Information
* From this site you can browse and download the whole genome sequence of the Velaso et al., 2010 published apple genome assembly v1.0; predicted gene transcripts, their locations and putative function based on homology to known genes. You can BLAST your sequences against the genome sequence, the predicted genes and associated transcripts. You can search and browse the chromosomes, predicted genes and markers in GBrowse and view the evidence for each prediction and feature.
Important Details About This Assembly
* Because of the heterozygous nature of the Malus x domestica genome, pseudomolecules corresponding to the chromosomes are not presented. To preserve haplotype information, this assembly consists of sets of assembled contigs organized into metacontigs (clusters) and anchored to the chromosomes using 1,643 genetic markers. There is no consensus sequence from assembled contigs. Please see the whole genome <http://www.rosaceae.org/projects/apple_genome#publication> publication in Nature Genetics for further details.
* Chromosomes are labeled 'chr1' through 'chr17' for each of the 17 chromosomes respectively. Contigs from different haplotypes may align and overlap on the same chromosomal region. Metacontigs that could not be anchored have been arranged sequentially in a chromosome-like feature named 'unanchored', however, the order of metacontigs on this "chromosome" is arbitrary.
* Visualization of the genome using GBrowse <http://www.rosaceae.org/gb/gbrowse/malus_x_domestica> orients the contigs within a chromosome, however, gene predictions, location of markers, tRNA and protein alignments were constructed and aligned using contig sequences.
* 5' and 3' UTR regions are currently not available for gene models.
Data and Tools
* Apple Genome Sequence
* View the Apple v1.0 genome assembly and annotations in GBrowse <http://www.rosaceae.org/gb/gbrowse/malus_x_domestica>
* Download the Malus x domestica genome contigs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.co…> (fasta, 278 MB compressed)
* Download the Malus x domestica chloroplast sequence <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.ch…> (fasta, 50 KB compressed)
* Download the Malus x domestica mitochondrial sequence <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.mi…> (fasta, 126KB compressed)
* Apple Genome Sequence Predicted Genes
* Download the predicted consensus gene set CDS sequences <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.co…> (fasta, 18 MB compressed)
* Download the predicted consensus gene set peptides sequences <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.co…> (fasta, 12 MB compressed)
* Download other gene prediction CDS sequences <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.ot…> (fasta, 78 MB compressed)
* Download other gene prediction peptides sequences <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.ot…> (fasta, 49 MB compressed)
* Predicted Gene Function
* Download the non-redundant, best-match predicted protein homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 59 MB)
* Download species/database specific protein homologs:
* 71,657 apple gene peptides with Arabidopsis homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 78 MB)
* 71,245 apple gene peptides with Swiss-Prot homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 54 MB)
* 84,380 apple gene peptides with TrEMBL homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 68 MB)
* 73,479 apple gene peptides with Grape homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 62 MB)
* 78,017 apple gene peptides with Peach homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 66 MB)
* 79,527 apple gene peptides with Poplar homologs <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_homo/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0_gene…> (excel, 69 MB)
* BLAST your sequences
* using the GDR NCBI BLAST Server <http://www.rosaceae.org/bio/content?title=&url=http://app.bioinfo.wsu.edu/b…;> - results returned to your screen
* using the GDR BATCH BLAST Server <http://www.rosaceae.org/bio/content?title=&url=/cgi-bin/gdr/gdr_blast> - upload many sequences and have the results parsed out in an excel file
* Markers
* Download the apple markers with links to GBrowse & CMAP <http://www.rosaceae.org/system/files/apple_genome/Malus_x_domestica.v1.0.ma…>
* Questions or Comments?
* Contact us with questions/feedback/comments (select the apple genome in the dropdown box in the contact form <http://www.rosaceae.org/contact> )
* Whole Genome Publication
* Riccardo Velasco , Andrey Zharkikh , Jason Affourtit , Amit Dhingra , Alessandro Cestaro , Ananth Kalyanaraman , Paolo Fontana , Satish K Bhatnagar , Michela Troggio , Dmitry Pruss , Silvio Salvi , Massimo Pindo , Paolo Baldi , Sara Castelletti , Marina Cavaiuolo , Giuseppina Coppola , Fabrizio Costa , Valentina Cova , Antonio Dal Ri , Vadim Goremykin , Matteo Komjanc , Sara Longhi , Pierluigi Magnago , Giulia Malacarne , Mickael Malnoy , Diego Micheletti , Marco Moretto , Michele Perazzolli , Azeddine Si-Ammour , Silvia Vezzulli , Elena Zini , Glenn Eldredge , Lisa M Fitzgerald , Natalia Gutin , Jerry Lanchbury , Teresita Macalma , Jeff T Mitchell , Julia Reid , Bryan Wardell , Chinnappa Kodira , Zhoutao Chen , Brian Desany , Faheem Niazi , Melinda Palmer , Tyson Koepke , Derick Jiwan begin_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting , Scott Schaeffer, Vandhana Krishnan , Changjun Wu , Vu T Chu , Stephen T King , Jessica Vick , Quanzhou Tao , Amy Mraz , Aimee Stormo , Keith Stormo , Robert Bogden , Davide Ederle , Alessandra Stella , Alberto Vecchietti , Martin M Kater , Simona Masiero , Pauline Lasserre , Yves Lespinasse , Andrew C Allan , Vincent Bus , David Chagné , Ross N Crowhurst , Andrew P Gleave , Enrico Lavezzo , Jeffrey A Fawcett , Sebastian Proost , Pierre Rouzé , Lieven Sterck , Stefano Toppo , Barbara Lazzari , Roger P Hellens , Charles-Eric Durel , Alexander Gutin , Roger E Bumgarner , Susan E Gardiner , Mark Skolnick , Michael Egholm , Yves Van de Peer , Francesco Salamini & Roberto Viola. The Genome of the Domesticated Apple (Malus x domestica Borkh.) <http://dev.rosaceae.org/bio/content/?title=&url=http://www.rosaceae.org/cgi…;> Nature Genetics 42, 833-839. 2010.
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
EXTENDED NOMINATION DEADLINE 15 Oct 2010
We are seeking nominations of individuals to serve for a three-year term on the U.S. Genomics, Genetics, and Breeding Executive Committee (RosEXEC). There are five open seats on the 15 member Committee and 2 open seats for international liaisons. While we do have six individuals nominated already, we would like to receive at least another six nominations.
Please consider nominating a colleague you believe would contribute to supporting the mission of RosEXEC:
* *****Serve as a communication and coordination focal point for the U.S. Rosaceae genomics, genetics and breeding community.
* *****Define research priorities based on input from the industry and research community.
* *****Facilitate scientific interaction and foster dynamic research teams.
* *****Promote research priorities.
* *****Coordinate educational efforts from the research community to the industry and the public.
Nomination of candidates who have not previously served on the RosEXEC and
representatives of industry are encouraged. Members who will continue to serve in 2010 include Angela Baldo, Jim Hancock, Jim McFerson, Bryon Sosinski, Philip Stewart, Nahla Bassil, John Clark, Kevin Folta, Ksenija Gasic, Amy Iezzoni and Jay Norelli, so no need to nominate them as they will already be serving.
International liaison members rotating off this year include Jasper Rees (Africa), Eric van de Weg (Europe). Remaining members through 2012 are Herman Silva (South America) and David Chagne (Aus/NZ). Two new members are needed to serve two year terms and we are seeking at least one to be in Europe.
Prior to nomination, the nominator is required to contact the nominee and confirm willingness to serve on RosEXEC. Committee members are expected to participate in quarterly telephone conference meetings and provide several hours of work in support of the RosEXEC mission.
Send nominations to Jim McFerson (mcferson(a)treefruitresearch.com), Chair of the RosEXEC membership committee, by 15 Oct 2010.
Nominees will then be contacted by the membership committee and asked to provide a brief bio and vision statement. The community-wide election will be managed by the Genome Database for the Rosaceae (GDR) and held via internet from 25 Oct-19 Nov 2010.
The next meeting of RosEXEC will be on 16 Jan 2011 in conjunction with the PAG Conference, San Diego CA.
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
The apple genome was today published by the Italian-led international consortium. Please find attached their press release. Congratulations to all concerned for this important work.
The GDR team have the genome data and we hope to release it very soon on GDR. We will send out another email when it is available on GDR.
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
________________________________
From: Jasper Rees [mailto:reesj@arc.agric.za]
Sent: Fri 8/13/2010 3:23 AM
To: Main, Doreen
Subject: RGC5 Oral Submissions due date next Monday
Hi Dorrie,
can you post this on the gdr-list please?
To remind people that we have a due date for oral abstracts for RGC5 that is coming up on Monday!
Many thanks!
j
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Dr D Jasper G Rees Tel +27 12 529 9101/9106
Head: Biotechnology Platform Cell +27 82 415 9295
Agricultural Research Council FAX +27 12 565 4667
Private Bag X05 Skype: jasperrees
Onderstepoort, 0110 Email: ReesJ(a)arc.agric.za
South Africa
Dear US Based Rosaceae Researchers,
We would like to compile a list of potential student applicants who would like to attend RCG5 if they had some financial support. If you have any students who fit this category and would present a poster or talk, could you send us the following information about them so we can submit it to the NSF in support of our application for funding.
NAME of STUDENT:
GENDER:
ETHNICITY:
ORGANISATION:
AREA of RESEARCH:
SUPERVISOR NAME:
Many Thanks
Dorrie Main and Bryon Sosinski
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
Call for nomination of new members to US Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics and Breeding Executive Committee (RosEXEC):
The mission of the RosEXEC is to:
· Serve as a communication and coordination focal point for the US Rosaceae genomics, genetics and breeding community.
· Define research priorities based on input from the industry and research community.
· Facilitate scientific interaction and foster dynamic research teams.
· Promote research priorities.
· Coordinate educational efforts from the research community to the industry and the public.
After 3 years of excellent service the following US members (Chris Dardick, Amit Dhingra, Jim Luby, Cameron Peace and Gayle Volk) are rotating off the RosEXEC committee in January 2011.
In 2010, five new RosEXEC members will be elected to a 3 year term to replace them in January 2011. All members of the Rosaceae community are invited to nominate candidates for election. Nomination of candidates who have not previously served on the RosEXEC and representatives of industry are encouraged. Members who will continue to serve in 2011 include Angela Baldo, Jim Hancock, Jim McFerson, Bryon Sosinski, Philip Stewart, Nahla Bassil, John Clark, Kevin Folta, Ksenija Gasic, Amy Iezzoni and Jay Norelli, so no need to nominate them as they will already be serving.
International liaison members rotating off this year include Jasper Rees (Africa) and Eric van de Weg (Europe). Remaining members through 2012 are Herman Silva (South America) and David Chagné (Aus/NZ). Two new members are needed to serve two year terms where we are seeking at least one to be in Europe. Please nominate candidates to serve as international liaisons and confirm their interest before submitting your nominations, as described below.
Prior to nomination, the nominator is required to contact the nominee and confirm their willingness to serve on RosEXEC. Committee members are expected to participate in quarterly telephone conference meetings and provide several hours of work in support of the RosEXEC mission. Nominations should be sent to Jim McFerson (mcferson(a)treefruitresearch.com <mailto:mcferson@treefruitresearch.com> ) Chair of the RosEXEC membership committee, and/or Jay Norelli (jay.norelli(a)ars.usda.gov <file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\jnorelli\My%20Documents\Administration\Rosaceae%20Community\RosEXEC%20officer\July%208%20meeting\jay.norelli@ars.usda.gov> ) RosEXEC Secretary, by September 1, 2010. Nominees will then be contacted by the membership committee and asked to provide a CV or bio, and a brief vision statement. The community-wide election will be held in November.
A Rosaceae community SNP Summit will be held at the Wallenberg Centre, Stellenbosch University in Stellenbosch, Cape Town, South Africa, on the 13th and 14th of November 2010. This will be immediately prior to the 5th International Rosaceae Genomics Conference to be held on the 14-17th of November 2010 at the same location.
At the SNP Summit, hosted by the USDA NIFA funded RosBREED project (www.rosbreed.org <http://www.rosbreed.org/> ), RosBREED participants and other interested community members will decide on the best SNP genotyping platform to conduct genome scans within Rosaceae (apple, peach, cherry and strawberry) and select the sequences to be included on the platform.
If you are interested in attending the SNP summit, please contact Dorrie Main (RosBREED Genomics Team Leader at dorrie(a)bioinfo.wsu.edu <mailto:dorrie@bioinfo.wsu.edu> .
For more information on the RosBREED project, see www.rosbreed.org <http://www.rosbreed.org/>
For more information on RGC5, see http://www.rgc5.co.za/ <http://www.rgc5.co.za/>
Best Regards
Dorrie
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
RCG5 willl be held November 14-17, 2010 in Cape Town , South Africa.
For full conference details, see the RCG5 website at http://www.rgc5.co.za <http://www.rgc5.co.za>
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
Hi Folks,
Great news! The International Peach Genome Initiative (IPGA) has released version 1.0 of the peach genome sequence.
Peach v1.0 currently consists of 8 pseudomolecules (the first 8 scaffolds) representing the 8 chromosomes of peach and are numbered according to their corresponding linkage groups (a total of 202 scaffolds were generated). The genome sequencing consisted of approximately 7.7 fold whole genome shotgun sequencing employing the accurate Sanger methodology, and was assembled using Arachne. The assembled peach scaffolds (total of 202) cover nearly 99% of the peach genome, with over 92% having confirmed orientation. To further validate the quality of the assembly, 74,757 Prunus ESTs were queried against the genome at 90% identity and 85% coverage, and we found that only ~2% were missing. This is truly a high quality genome! Gene prediction and annotation, is an ongoing process that may take years to complete, but current estimates indicate that peach has 28,689 transcripts and 27,852 genes.
Peach v1.0 was generated from DNA from the doubled haploid cultivar 'Lovell' which means that the genes and intervening DNA is "fixed" or identical for all alleles and both chromosomal copies of the genome. This doubled haploid nature was confirmed by the evaluation of >200 SSRs, and has facilitated a highly accurate and consistent and assembly of the peach genome.
For more information about the project and access to the peach genome data and tools go GDR(www.rosaceae.org/peach/genome/ <https://mail.cahnrs.wsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.rosaceae.o…> ), JGI (www.phytozome.org/peach/ <https://mail.cahnrs.wsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.phytozome.…> ) or the Istituto di Genomica Applicata (http://services.appliedgenomics.org/gbrowse/prunus_public/ <https://mail.cahnrs.wsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://services.appli…> )
Cheers
The IPGA folks
p.s. please note that GDR is now located at www.rosaceae.org <https://mail.cahnrs.wsu.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=https://mail.cahnrs.w…> , you will be redirected from the old GDR site to the new one. We will be sending out a newsletter about GDR very soon.
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu <http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/>
Randall Svancara
Systems Administrator/DBA/Developer
Main Bioinformatics Laboratory
Randall Svancara
Systems Administrator/DBA/Developer
Main Bioinformatics Laboratory
Dear US Based Rosaceae Genomics and Genetics Community,
Thank you for nominating candidates to serve as RosEXEC and International
Liaison Members.
To vote on new members please go to
http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/cgi-bin/gdr/gdr_rosexec_membership_2010_vote_for…
and vote for 5 RosEXEC members and 2 International Liaison members.
For more information on RosEXEC see
http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/gdr/community/rosexec/index.php
If you have any problems voting please email me at dorrie(a)wsu.edu or
dorrie.main(a)gmail.wsu.edu
Please note voting must be completed by 5pm PST on Wednesday January 6th.
Many thanks
Dorrie
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/gdr
Dear US Based Rosaceae Genomics and Genetics Community,
Thank you for nominating candidates to serve as RosEXEC and International
Liaison Members.
To vote on new members please go to
http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/cgi-bin/gdr/gdr_rosexec_membership_2010_vote_for…
and vote for 5 RosEXEC members and 2 International Liaison members.
For more information on RosEXEC see
http://www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/gdr/community/rosexec/index.php
If you have any problems voting please email me at dorrie(a)wsu.edu or
dorrie.main(a)gmail.wsu.edu
Please note voting must be completed by 5pm PST on Wednesday January 6th.
Many thanks
Wishing you all the best in 2010.
Dorrie
Dorrie Main, PhD
Associate Professor of Bioinformatics
Dept of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture
Washington State University
45 Johnson Hall, Pullman, WA 99164-6414
Email: dorrie(a)wsu.edu
Tel: (509) 335 2774
Fax: (509) 335 8690
URL: www.bioinfo.wsu.edu/gdr
The University of New Hampshire is advertising a cluster hire (seven
positions!) in the areas of Sustainable Agriculture and Ecosystems
Science. At least four of these positions have direct relevance to
horticultural crops. Please see attached document for more details.
Hi Folks,
Please forward this postition description to anyone you think might be interested in this position.
We are seeking a cadre of tomorrow's leaders to join our team on an exciting new "science to the marketplace" federally funded project. "RosBREED: Enabling Marker-Assisted Breeding in Rosaceae" is a four-year trans-disciplinary project focused on rosaceous crops (apple, cherry, peach, and strawberry) involving 12 U.S. research institutions, international collaborators, and private sector participants. RosBREED aims to identify crucial fruit breeding selection targets and efficient selection strategies, including a software-based pipeline for utilizing genomics and socio-economics knowledge for efficient delivery of new cultivars with superior fruit quality. Recruited team members will regularly interact with scientists and stakeholders across institutions and countries to achieve RosBREED goals.
BIMS Developer Position
We are seeking a post-doctoral associate to lead the development of breeding decision aid tools, databases, and other information management software aimed for the plant breeding community. The incumbent will interact closely and regularly with U.S. Rosaceae breeding programs to identify needs, gaps, and strengths of current breeding information management practices, and work with a programmer to synthesize a state-of-the-art Breeding Information Management System (BIMS) that is interoperable with genomic databases, statistical analysis packages, and able to match and surpass the needs of the Rosaceae breeding community. A strong background in quantitative genetics and great communication skills are required, and experience with plant breeding is highly desirable. The position is based on the Washington State University Campus in beautiful Pullman, WA and has a duration of 3-4 years (see www.rosbreed.org <http://www.rosbreed.org> ) Contact Dr. Cameron Peace cpeace(a)wsu.edu <mailto:cpeace@wsu.edu> or Dr. Gennaro Fazio gf35(a)cornell.edu <mailto:gf35@cornell.edu> for further information.
Gennaro Fazio, PhD
Apple Rootstock Breeder and Geneticist
Plant Genetic Resources Unit USDA ARS
Cornell University - 630 W. North St., Geneva, NY 14456
(315) 787-2480 Office (315) 787-2216 Fax
Dear US Based Rosaceae Genomics and Genetics Community,
I would like to thank all community members who nominated candidates for
RosEXEC. The list of nominees obtained so far does not have a single
Maloideae or industry candidate.
Therefore, the RosEXEC Membership subcommittee is extending nominations
until Friday Dec 4th to give you the opportunity to nominate Maloideae
members and industry members.
Please make sure to please confirm with the prospective candidates that
they are willing to be nominated and potentially serve before you submit
them as candidates to me.
A copy of the previous letter is pasted below.
Thank you,
Nahla Bassil, Chair, RosEXEC Membership Committee
Plant Geneticist
USDA-ARS, NCGR
33447 Peoria Rd.
Corvallis, OR 97333-2521
Tel: (541) 738-4214
Fax: (541) 738-4205
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov
It is time to nominate the 2010 USRosEXEC members.
After three/four years of excellent service the following US members are
rotating off the RosEXEC committee:
* Albert Abbott (Amygdaloideae, Univ, S),
* Chad Finn (Rosoideae, ARS, W),
* Abhaya Dandekar (Maloideae, Amygdaloideae Univ, W)
* Schuyler Korban (Maloideae, Univ, E)
* Gennaro Fazio (Maloideae, ARS, E)
The committee thus loses:
* 1 Rosoideae, 2.5 Maloideae and 1.5 Amygdaloideae crop focus
representatives;
* 3 university and 2 ARS representatives;
* 2 eastern location (E), 2 western location and 1 southern (S)
location representatives.
Members who will continue to serve in 2009 include Nahla Bassil, Chris
Dardick, Amit Dhingra, Jim Luby, Gayle Volk, Angela Baldo, Jim Hancock,
Jim McFerson, Bryon Sosinski, Philip Stewart and Cameron Peace, so no
need to nominate them as they will already be serving.
To help maintain a balanced committee, we are asking you to nominate, by
email, research and industry community members of whom one should have a
major focus on Rosoideae, two on Maloideae and two on Amygdaloideae.
Individuals with mixed focus can also be nominated. Please take this
into account when you nominate candidates and please confirm with the
prospective candidates that they are willing to be nominated and
potentially serve before you submit them as candidates to Nahla.
International liason member rotating off this year include Sue Gardiner
(Aus/NZ), Herman Silva (South Americ) and Dan Sargeant (Europe).
Remaining members through 2010 are Jasper Rees (Africa) and Eric van de
Weg (Europe). Two new members are needed to serve two year terms where
we are seeking at least one to be outside of Europe. Please nominate
candidates and again confirm their interest before submitting your
nominations.
US Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics and Breeding community members may
nominate as many candidates as you wish at this stage by sending a list
of the nominees to membership chair, Nahla Bassil at
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov. You have until November 20th to nominate
candidates. Following these nominations, we will compile a candidate
list for the actual vote via a webform. If you have any questions
please contact Nahla Bassil at the aforementioned email address.
Many thanks
Nahla Bassil
Plant Geneticist
USDA-ARS, NCGR
33447 Peoria Rd.
Corvallis, OR 97333-2521
Tel: (541) 738-4214
Fax: (541) 738-4205
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov
Thank you to the members who nominated new members and a quick reminder
that the deadline for new nominations is Friday November 20th.
Dear US Based Rosaceae Genomics and Genetics Community,
It is time to nominate the 2010 USRosEXEC and International Liaison
Members.
After three/four years of excellent service the following US members are
rotating off the RosEXEC committee:
* Albert Abbott (Amygdaloideae, Univ, S),
* Chad Finn (Rosoideae, ARS, W),
* Abhaya Dandekar (Maloideae, Amygdaloideae Univ, W)
* Schuyler Korban (Maloideae, Univ, E)
* Gennaro Fazio (Maloideae, ARS, E)
The committee thus loses:
* 1 Rosoideae, 2.5 Maloideae and 1.5 Amygdaloideae crop focus
representatives;
* 3 university and 2 ARS representatives;
* 2 eastern location (E), 2 western location and 1 southern (S)
location representatives.
Members who will continue to serve in 2009 include Nahla Bassil, Chris
Dardick, Amit Dhingra, Jim Luby, Gayle Volk, Angela Baldo, Jim Hancock,
Jim McFerson, Bryon Sosinski, Philip Stewart and Cameron Peace, so no
need to nominate them as they will already be serving.
To help maintain a balanced committee, we are asking you to nominate, by
email, research and industry community members of whom one should have a
major focus on Rosoideae, two on Maloideae and two on Amygdaloideae.
Individuals with mixed focus can also be nominated. Please take this
into account when you nominate candidates and please confirm with the
prospective candidates that they are willing to be nominated and
potentially serve before you submit them as candidates to Nahla.
International liaison members rotating off this year include Sue
Gardiner (Aus/NZ), Herman Silva (South America) and Dan Sargent
(Europe). Remaining members through 2010 are Jasper Rees (Africa) and
Eric van de Weg (Europe). Two new members are needed to serve two year
terms where we are seeking at least one to be outside of Europe. Please
nominate candidates and again confirm their interest before submitting
your nominations.
US Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics and Breeding community members may
nominate as many candidates as you wish at this stage by sending a list
of the nominees to membership chair, Nahla Bassil at
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov. You have until November 20th to nominate
candidates. Following these nominations, we will compile a candidate
list for the actual vote via a webform. If you have any questions
please contact Nahla Bassil at the aforementioned email address.
Many thanks,
Nahla Bassil
Plant Geneticist
USDA-ARS, NCGR
33447 Peoria Rd.
Corvallis, OR 97333-2521
Tel: (541) 738-4214
Fax: (541) 738-4205
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov
Dear US Based Rosaceae Genomics and Genetics Community,
It is time to nominate the 2010 USRosEXEC and International Liaison
Members.
After three/four years of excellent service the following US members are
rotating off the RosEXEC committee:
* Albert Abbott (Amygdaloideae, Univ, S),
* Chad Finn (Rosoideae, ARS, W),
* Abhaya Dandekar (Maloideae, Amygdaloideae Univ, W)
* Schuyler Korban (Maloideae, Univ, E)
* Gennaro Fazio (Maloideae, ARS, E)
The committee thus loses:
* 1 Rosoideae, 2.5 Maloideae and 1.5 Amygdaloideae crop focus
representatives;
* 3 university and 2 ARS representatives;
* 2 eastern location (E), 2 western location and 1 southern (S)
location representatives.
Members who will continue to serve in 2009 include Nahla Bassil, Chris
Dardick, Amit Dhingra, Jim Luby, Gayle Volk, Angela Baldo, Jim Hancock,
Jim McFerson, Bryon Sosinski, Philip Stewart and Cameron Peace, so no
need to nominate them as they will already be serving.
To help maintain a balanced committee, we are asking you to nominate, by
email, research and industry community members of whom one should have a
major focus on Rosoideae, two on Maloideae and two on Amygdaloideae.
Individuals with mixed focus can also be nominated. Please take this
into account when you nominate candidates and please confirm with the
prospective candidates that they are willing to be nominated and
potentially serve before you submit them as candidates to Nahla.
International liaison members rotating off this year include Sue
Gardiner (Aus/NZ), Herman Silva (South America) and Dan Sargent
(Europe). Remaining members through 2010 are Jasper Rees (Africa) and
Eric van de Weg (Europe). Two new members are needed to serve two year
terms where we are seeking at least one to be outside of Europe. Please
nominate candidates and again confirm their interest before submitting
your nominations.
US Rosaceae Genomics, Genetics and Breeding community members may
nominate as many candidates as you wish at this stage by sending a list
of the nominees to membership chair, Nahla Bassil at
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov. You have until November 20th to nominate
candidates. Following these nominations, we will compile a candidate
list for the actual vote via a webform. If you have any questions
please contact Nahla Bassil at the aforementioned email address.
Many thanks,
Nahla Bassil
Plant Geneticist
USDA-ARS, NCGR
33447 Peoria Rd.
Corvallis, OR 97333-2521
Tel: (541) 738-4214
Fax: (541) 738-4205
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov
________________________________
From: Pankaj Jaiswal (OSU) [mailto:jaiswalp@science.oregonstate.edu]
Sent: Wed 7/15/2009 11:27 AM
To: Main, Doreen
Subject: Research Associate (Post Doc) at Oregon State Univ.
Please post to the GDR list.
Thanks
Pankaj
Position Title: Research Associate (Post Doc)
The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology has an immediate opening
for a Research Associate (Post Doc) to work on a cereal plant genome
wide gene expression analysis. This is a full-time, (1.0 FTE),
12-month, fixed-term position working in Dr. Pankaj Jaiswal's lab
(http://www.science.oregonstate.edu/bpp/).
How to Apply:
To review the position description and apply, go to posting #0004455 at
http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. When applying, you will be required to
electronically submit your application, a Letter of Intent, and a
Curriculum Vitae (including 3 references). For full consideration,
apply by 07/31/09 when review of applications will begin.
This position is required to develop a comprehensive gene expression
catalog of rice and other cereal plant genes in various the plant
development stages. The project includes histological studies, whole
genome transcriptome and proteome data generation and analysis. The
incumbent will be responsible for designing microarray and whole genome
transcriptome/digital gene expression experiment(s) using newer high
throughput sequencing technologies developed by Illumina,
454-LifeSciences, etc. Development of methods suitable to the
experimental conditions and plant material being investigated, carrying
out the experiments on analysis of anatomical samples using microscopy
and whole genome transcriptome, data analysis and publication of the
results in peer reviewed journals and submission to major data
repositories. Besides this, the incumbent will also participate in lab's
outreach activities, help in mentoring undergraduates and graduate students.
Successful candidate will work with existing lab personnel and various
collaborators that includes project PIs, faculty, highly trained PhD.
level bioinformatics specialists, software developers and the
department's fellow postdoc and graduate students.
Required qualifications:
- PhD in Plant Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry,
Biological
Chemistry, Metabolomics, or related field.
- Worked previously on gene expression data generation and analysis in
their PhD studies or postdoctoral training. Demonstrated expertise in
studying plant development, anatomy, histology, microarrays, gene
expression, proteomics, genetics and general understanding of plant
biochemistry and gene regulation.
- Demonstrated ability for independent and critical thinking, excellent
communication skills in oral and written presentations in English and
ability to work in teams.
Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA
Subject: [Hort-All] 2009 Molecular Markers in Horticulture Symposium 4thAnnouncement
<http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102556298233&s=9324&e=001YnVzJ9VNYstWuHoFoLvgvo9B…>
Fourth Announcement
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended: May 1st
Deadline for early registration: 20 April, 2009
Late registration fees are incurred after April 20th.
If you need a Letter of Invitation for your visa application, please contact:
Wambui Njuguna njugunaw(a)onid.orst.edu <mailto:njugunaw@onid.orst.edu>
A draft of the program is available at http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/molecularmarkers2009 <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102556298233&s=9324&e=001YnVzJ9VNYstWuHoFoLvgvo9B…>
Please join us!
On behalf of the Biotechnology Commission of the International Society for Horticultural Sciences (ISHS), the convener and local organizing committee invite you to participate in a symposium devoted to Molecular Markers in Horticulture. The symposium will be held July 29 to August 1, 2009 at the Alumni Center located on the Oregon State University (OSU) campus in Corvallis, Oregon.
Program Information:
You are invited to submit papers on DNA-based markers, applications of next-generation sequencing and analytical tools and bioinformatics as they pertain to horticultural crops. You will tour the OSU CGRB Core Laboratory which provides services in genomics, functional genomics, biocomputing and bioinformatics and the USDA ARS Corvallis Genebank <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102556298233&s=9324&e=001YnVzJ9VNYstw_BEM7bRgvh_E…> where molecular markers are used for managing world collections of hazelnut, pear and many berry crops. During the symposium, you will have an opportunity to explore the state of molecular marker science in 5 sections:
1. Plant Germplasm Identification and Characterization
2. Marker-assisted Breeding
3. Molecular Markers in Phylogenetics and Evolution
4. Analytical Approaches and Bioinformatics
5. Applications of Next-Generation Sequencing
Important Deadlines
April 20, 2009
April 20, 2009
May 1, 2009
June 5, 2009
June 25, 2009
June 25, 2009
Early Registration Ends
Abstracts due to Scientific Committee
Author notifications if accepted, oral/poster
Manuscripts due for publication in Acta Horticulturae
Hotel reservations due
Registration for post-conference tour closes
Location:
You will enjoy the mild summer temperatures in Western Oregon moderated by the nearby Pacific Ocean, the beautiful coniferous forests in the adjacent Coast and Cascade mountain ranges, and you will sample the award-winning wines from local small vineyards and the abundant seasonal vegetables, fruits and berries.
*Limited financial assistance may become available. Please check the request assistance box on the registration form to be placed on a waiting list for financial assistance.
This symposium is organized by the ISHS, USDA-ARS and OSU
Sponsors for Molecular Markers in Horticulture 2009
OSU Conference Services | 200 LaSells Stewart Center | Corvallis, OR 97331
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From: Nahla Basil [mailto:conferences@oregonstate.edu]
Sent: Mon 4/13/2009 11:22 AM
To: Main, Doreen
Subject: Reminder to Register for Molecular Markers in Horticulture Symposium 2009
REMINDER
Deadline for registration and abstract submission: 20 April, 2009
If you need a Letter of Invitation for your visa application, please contact: Wambui Njuguna njugunaw(a)onid.orst.edu
A draft of the program with keynote speakers for each section is now available.
Visit the Symposium website:http://oregonstate.edu/conferences/molecularmarkers2009 <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102549237474&s=9322&e=0017ExMIkBxgwG5e4eblnSgQ0Sm…>
Looking forward to see you at this timely and exciting symposium,
Best regards,
Nahla Bassil, Convener
Plant Molecular Geneticist
USDA-ARS, NCGR
33447 Peoria Rd.
Corvallis, OR 97333-2521
Tel: (541) 738-4214
Fax: (541) 738-4205
bassiln(a)hort.oregonstate.edu
nahla.bassil(a)ars.usda.gov
On behalf of the Biotechnology Commission of the International Society for Horticultural Sciences (ISHS), the convener and local organizing committee invite you to participate in a symposium devoted to Molecular Markers in Horticulture. The symposium will be held July 29 to August 1, 2009 at the Alumni Center located on the Oregon State University (OSU) campus in Corvallis, Oregon.
Program Information:
IYou are invited to submit papers on DNA-based markers, applications of next-generation sequencing and analytical tools and bioinformatics as they pertain to horticultural crops. You will tour the OSU's CGRB Core Laboratories <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102549237474&s=9322&e=0017ExMIkBxgwFcghpPI9zU2FXa…> which provides services in genomics, functional genomics, biocomputing and bioinformatics and the USDA ARS Corvallis genebank <http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102549237474&s=9322&e=0017ExMIkBxgwHozEl6hzI1wQEu…> where molecular markers are used for managing world collections of hazelnut, pear and many berry crops. During the symposium, you will have an opportunity to explore the state of molecular marker science in 5 sections:
1. Plant Germplasm Identification and Characterization
2. Marker-assisted Breeding
3. Molecular Markers in Phylogenetics and Evolution
4. Analytical Approaches and Bioinformatics
5. Applications of Next-Generation Sequencing
Important Deadlines
April 20, 2009
April 20, 2009
May 1, 2009
June 5, 2009
June 25, 2009
June 25, 2009
Early Registration Ends
Abstracts due to Scientific Committee
Author notifications if accepted, oral/poster
Manuscripts due for publication in Acta Horticulturae
Hotel reservations due
Registration for post-conference tour closes
*Limited financial assistance may become available. Please check the request assistance box on the registration form to be placed on a waiting list for financial assistance.
Location:
You will enjoy the mild summer temperatures in Western Oregon moderated by the nearby Pacific Ocean, the beautiful coniferous forests in the adjacent Coast and Cascade mountain ranges, and you will sample the award-winning wines from local small vineyards and the abundant seasonal vegetables, fruits and berries.
This symposium is organized by the ISHS, USDA-ARS and OSU
Sponsors for Molecular Markers in Horticulture 2009
OSU Conference Services | 200 LaSells Stewart Center | Corvallis, OR 97331
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Got it. Many thanks.
Nnadozie
-----Original Message-----
From: Charles-Eric Durel [mailto:Charles-Eric.Durel@angers.inra.fr]
Sent: Monday, March 09, 2009 1:40 AM
To: Nnadozie Oraguzie
Cc: gdr-list(a)bioinfo.wsu.edu
Subject: Re: [GDR] RosBREED M-TA table update
Hi Nnadozie,
Another paper on apple : fire blight resistance QTL in wild/ornamental
Malus.
Best regards,
CE
Nnadozie Oraguzie a écrit :
>
> Hi folks,
>
> Its that time of the year again for SCRI grant proposals! We would
> like to update the Rosaceae marker-trait association (M-TA) table
> prepared last year for the RoseBREED proposal. We are particularly
> interested in any new QTLs, major gene loci, genes and linked markers
> that may have been discovered and probably published since the last
> table was created. Please provide the information using the format in
> the last table which you will find at the following links:
>
> Full information:
>
http://www.hrt.msu.edu/faculty/Iezzoni/Links/TABLE%20of%20M-T%20associations
%20for%20website_Sept2008.pdf
>
>
> Summary Table:
>
http://www.hrt.msu.edu/faculty/Iezzoni/Links/Summary%20Table%20of%20MT%20Ass
ociations.pdf
>
> That is, the information should follow the sequence: species, trait,
> QTL, major trait locus, genes (including LGs for genes/major loci and
> LGs, LOD score, percentage of variation explained for QTLs),
> source/population, linked markers, references, use in MAPS (i.e.,
> marker-assisted parent selection) and MASS (marker-assisted seedling
> selection). I would appreciate if you could include the full citation
> details for all references in the full information table. Please send
> the information to me by the 25^th of March 2009.
>
> Thank you so much for your assistance.
>
> Nnadozie
>
> Nnadozie Oraguzie
>
> Associate Professor
>
> Prunus Breeding, Genetics & Genomics
>
> Department of Horticulture & Landscape Architecture
>
> Washington State University-IAREC
>
> 24106 N Bunn Road Prosser
>
> WA 99350 USA
>
> Tel: 1 509 786 9271
>
> Fax: 1 509 786 9370
>
> E-mail:noraguzie@wsu.edu
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
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> GDR-LIST mailing list
> GDR-LIST(a)mail.bioinfo.wsu.edu
Hi folks,
It's that time of the year again for SCRI grant proposals! We would like to
update the Rosaceae marker-trait association (M-TA) table prepared last year
for the RoseBREED proposal. We are particularly interested in any new QTLs,
major gene loci, genes and linked markers that may have been discovered and
probably published since the last table was created. Please provide the
information using the format in the last table which you will find at the
following links:
Full information:
http://www.hrt.msu.edu/faculty/Iezzoni/Links/TABLE%20of%20M-T%20associations
%20for%20website_Sept2008.pdf
Summary Table:
http://www.hrt.msu.edu/faculty/Iezzoni/Links/Summary%20Table%20of%20MT%20Ass
ociations.pdf
That is, the information should follow the sequence: species, trait, QTL,
major trait locus, genes (including LGs for genes/major loci and LGs, LOD
score, percentage of variation explained for QTLs), source/population,
linked markers, references, use in MAPS (i.e., marker-assisted parent
selection) and MASS (marker-assisted seedling selection). I would appreciate
if you could include the full citation details for all references in the
full information table. Please send the information to me by the 25th of
March 2009.
Thank you so much for your assistance.
Nnadozie
Nnadozie Oraguzie
Associate Professor
Prunus Breeding, Genetics & Genomics
Department of Horticulture & Landscape Architecture
Washington State University-IAREC
24106 N Bunn Road Prosser
WA 99350 USA
Tel: 1 509 786 9271
Fax: 1 509 786 9370
E-mail:noraguzie@wsu.edu
Postdoctoral Fellow and Software developer positions in Comparative
Genomics and Systems Biology
Jaiswal lab at Oregon State University (http://www.oregonstste.edu) is
seeking talented and motivated candidates for current and future job
openings as postdoctoral fellows and software developers in the systems
biology and bioinformatics. The successful candidates are expected to
have either or both the experience of working in a biology wet lab
and/or bioinformatics, computational biology lab. The successful
candidate(s) will collaborate with researchers from Biochemistry,
Molecular Biology, Plant Development, Genetics and Systems Biology
programs. Postdoctoral applicants must have a Ph.D. (or equivalent
degree) in biology, bioinformatics, molecular biology, biochemistry,
genetics, computational biology or related fields, and some demonstrated
experience in computer science/bioinformatics. For the computational
biologists and software developer positions in addition to their
experience and interest in biology, expertise in at least one scientific
programming language and relational data management system is preferred.
Candidates with experience in network analysis methods are encouraged to
apply. Candidates with BS/MS degrees are also encouraged to apply for
future positions in the lab.
Interested individuals should send or email letter of intent/cover
letter , CV/Resume with contact info of three references, and a 1-2 page
description of previous accomplishments to the following address. E mail
is preferred.
Pankaj Jaiswal,
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA
Email: jaiswalp(a)science.oregonstate.edu
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Pankaj Jaiswal
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Botany and Plant Pathology
3082 Cordley Hall
Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR, 97331-2902, USA
Ph.: +1-541-737-8471
Fax: +1-541-737-3573
Web: www.gramene.orgwww.plantontology.org