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News from the Molecular Cytogenetics group, University of Leicester UK about repetitive DNA, genome evolution, chromosomes, hybridization and more.

Herbert Macgregor 1933-2018: a personal tribute

Posted on Monday, 13 August, 2018 by

My Tribute to Professor Herbert Macgregor (22nd April 1933 – 22nd July 2018) delivered at his Thanksgiving Service on 13th August 2018 I am humbled to be here today to pay tribute to the wonderful scientist, leader and mentor, Herbert … Continue reading →

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Domestication, polyploidy and genomics of crops and weeds PAGXXV

Posted on Sunday, 15 January, 2017 by

Plant and Animal Genome Conference in San Diego #PAGXXV each January is the chance to join 3500 people working in genomics. I presented a talk on the molecular cytogenetics group’s work, starting with consideration of early stages of crop domestication, … Continue reading →

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Molecular Cytogenetics Group – an infographic of what we do

Posted on Thursday, 16 June, 2016 by

Infographic: what we do in the Molecular Cytogenetics Research Group

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Regulation should follow robust scientific assessments not opinions

Posted on Wednesday, 25 May, 2016 by

University of Leicester scientist in battle to ‘stem onslaught of pseudoscience’ Geneticist at European Commission alarmed at impact of ‘dogma’ in regulation and the negative impact on the environment and European industry A University of Leicester scientist has joined leading … Continue reading →

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Scientists ready to stem the onslaught of pseudoscience in the EU

Posted on Wednesday, 11 May, 2016 by

BRUSSELS, May 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ A meeting was held between Dr Vytenis Andriukaitis, Commissioner of Health & Food Safety and well established and respected scientists (Prof. Sir Colin Berry, Prof. Alan Boobis, Prof. Wolfgang Dekant, Prof. Daniel Dietrich, Prof. Helmut Greim, … Continue reading →

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Saffron crocus, cooking and Iran on the radio

Posted on Wednesday, 20 January, 2016 by

The spice Saffron is valued worldwide for its flavor, aroma and color. I’ve just broadcast an interview with Robin Young produced by Jill Ryan for NPR’s Here and Now program which let me tell you something about my enjoyment of … Continue reading →

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Diversity and characters in Ethiopian linseed Linum #PAGXXIII Negash Worku

Posted on Wednesday, 14 January, 2015 by

Many people have talked about Orphan crops – those where there has been little genetic or other research – and the characterization, evaluation and exploitation of germplasm at the #PAGXXIII Plant and Animal Genome Conference this week. Today, I am … Continue reading →

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