Comparative Genomics Workshop

Sun 27^th - Mon 28^th September 2009

Regulation of gene expression
Structural variation and genome evolution
Non-coding conserved elements
Non-coding RNA and comparative epigenomics

 
All days will include international and local speakers.

18^th AAABG Conference

Mon 28^th Sept - Thu 1^st October 2009

"Matching genetics and environment
  - a new look at an old topic"

Whole genome animal breeding
Statistical genomics
Breeding for specific production systems
Aquaculture breeding programs
New genetic parameters for cattle and sheep
Field tour - Wednesday afternoon

Sheep & Beef Cattle Breeders' Day

Fri 2^nd October 2009

Breeding healthier sheep and cattle
Latest results on breeding for fly strike resistance in Meirnos
Breeding for lamb production
Efficiency of cows with restricted feed
What's the latest on cattle DNA markers?
Opportunities for methane reduction

Speakers:
Prof Stephen Bishop, Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh.
Dr Tom Jenkins, Formerly United States Department of Agriculture
Dr Ronnie Green, Global Head, Pfizer Animal Genetics
Dr Johan Greeff, Department of Agriculture and Food, W.A.
Prof Mike Goddard, Dept of Primary Industries, Vic.
Dr Alex Ball, Meat and Livestock Australia
Dr Rob Banks, Meat and Livestock, Australia