Evolutionary Genetics

Evolutionary Genetics
Science - 3rd Building - 2th Floor
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Staff
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In this laboratory genes, gene families, and genomes are investigated from the evolutionary point of view. Moreover the genetic and molecular aspects of the evolution are analysed. Bioinformatic tools such as  databases of gene and genomes, dedicated software, and molecular methods such as purification, amplification, cloning, sequencing,  and gene expression analysis by real-time PCR and RNA Seq are methods commonly employed.
Research interests 
• Characterization and evolution of Hox and ParaHox genes in the phylum Mollusca. 
• Molecular phylogeny of molluscs belonging to the family Pectinidae (Mollusca: Bivalvia). 
• Evolutionary studies of vitellogenin genes in marine vertebrates. 
• Investigation of transposable elements in marine organisms 
• Identification and characterization of genetic markers of pluripotency in adult stem cells and fetal mammal.
Staff
Tel. 071 2204158
Equipment
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  • Sequencer ABI Prism 310 Genetic Analyzer (Perkin Elmer)
  • Laminar flow hood SAFE FAST CLASSIC (Faster)
  • Shaker Bath SBS30 (Stuart Scientific)
  • Thermocyclers Gene AMP System 2400 (Perkin Elmer) and Mycycler (Bio-Rad)
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