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The Taqman probe detection system used in real time PCR (also known as quantitative PCR) is illustrated in this animation. One application of this method is use in GMO detection.

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Asteraceae

This lesson contains information about the Asteraceae family.

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Advanced Backcross Breeding (Advanced Level)

This lesson is a detailed explanation of the backcross breeding process. Variations based on whether backcrossing is performed with dominant, recessive, or multiple traits are discussed. Calculations associated with backcross breeding are explained.

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Asteraceae (Advanced Level)

This lesson contains information about the Asteraceae family.

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Backcross Breeding 1 - Basic Gene Inheritance (Beginner Level)

This lesson reviews the basics of gene inheritance. It compares plants that are homozygous, heterozygous, and hemizgous for an allele and how gene expression is affected by the dominance of an allele. It also explains how to use a Punnett square to predict genotypic and phenotypic ratios of offspring.

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Backcross Breeding 2 - The Backcrossing Process (Beginner Level)

This lesson discusses the final stage of developing genetically engineered crops. The need for backcrossing, and the steps of this breeding method are described. Yield lag, yield drag, and gene stacking are also discussed.

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Breeding for Grain Quality Traits: The challenges of measuring phenotypes and identifying genotypes. (Beginner Level)

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Corn Breeding: Lessons From the Past (Beginner Level)

This is the first in a series of lessons specifically designed to instruct individuals without any formal training in genetics or statistics about the science of corn breeding. Individuals with formal training in genetics or statistics but without any training in plant breeding also may benefit from these lessons.

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Corn Breeding: Introduction to Concepts in Quantitative Genetics (Beginner Level)

This is the second in a series of lessons specifically designed to instruct individuals without any formal training in genetics or statistics about the science of corn breeding. Individuals with formal training in genetics or statistics but without any training in plant breeding also may benefit from taking these lessons.

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Corn Breeding: Mass Selection (Beginner Level)

This is the fourth in a series of lessons specifically designed to instruct individuals without any formal training in genetics or statistics about the science of corn breeding. Individuals with formal training in genetics or statistics but without any training in plant breeding also may benefit from taking these lessons.

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Corn Breeding: Types of Cultivars (Beginner Level)

This is the third in a series of lessons specifically designed to instruct individuals without any formal training in genetics or statistics about the science of corn breeding. Individuals with formal training in genetics or statistics but without any training in plant breeding also may benefit from taking these lessons.

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Corn Flowers and Hybrid Seeds (Beginner Level)

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Flowering Principles

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Marker-Assisted Selection (Advanced Level)

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Native Plant Breeding: Bringing the Beauty of Nature Home (Beginner Level)

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Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL) Analysis 1 (Advanced Level)

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Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL) Analysis 2 (Advanced Level)

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Quantitative Traits (Beginner Level)

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