Bangladeshi-Australian Scientist Talks on "Science of Genome & Science of Life"
January 29, 2010| |
Bangladeshi-Australian scientist Dr. Abed M. Chaudhury delivered a talk on hybrid development and potential tools for crop improvement in a seminar Science of Genome & Science of Life organized by the Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Shahjalal University and University of Science and Technology, Sylhet, Bangladesh on January 26, 2010.
Chaudhury became a world figure by isolating the FIS (fertilization independent seed) genes. Its recessive allele fis can produce partial seed without fertilization. It will revolutionize the seed industry when hybrid vigor will be retained through the technique he has been developing. Chaudhury isolated high-vigor mutant plants and also found novel dominant mutations that boost heterosis. He has also developed a rice variety which can be harvested three times in a single planting within a short time. Rice straws can be used for housing of rural peoples, composting and also be used as raw materials for renewable energy.
For more news on crop biotech developments in Bangladesh email Dr. Khondoker Nasiruddin at nasirbiotech@yahoo.com
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