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Department of Genetics
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2013-12-31 Identification of growth related quantitative Trait Loci within the abalone using comparative microsatellite bulked segregant analysis

Slabbert, Ruhan (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The South African abalone, Haliotis midae, is a commercially valuable mollusc and is mostly exported to the Far East. Genetics research on H. midae has increased substantially since a genetic improvement ...
2013-12-31 Optimization of gene transfer in Haliotis midae by means of polyplex mediation

Sandenbergh, Lise (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Haliotis midae is the most important aquaculture species in South Africa, with abalone farming contributing 80% of the Rand value of the aquaculture industry. Although genetic research has benefited the ...
2025-12-31 Characterisation of the promoter region of the SLC40A1 gene implicated in iron metabolism

Vervalle, Jessica (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Oesophageal cancer (OC) is a disease characterised by development of malignant tumours in the cell lining of the oesophagus. The disease is divided into two subtypes, which shows marked ethinic variation, ...
Analysis of the role of relative nucleotide concentrations on the regulation of carbohydrate in higher plants

Boussiengui-Boussiengui, Gino (Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The current understanding of the regulation of carbohydrate accumulation is still under investigation despite the tremendous work done in this subject. Purine and pyrimidine nucleotides have been implicated ...
Approaches for the study of leaf carbohydrate metabolic compartmentation in arabidopsis thaliana

Fly, Richard Derek (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The study of plants on a sub-cellular level is an important, yet challenging area and its application allows for novel insight into the understanding of metabolism and its regulation. In this study I ...
Growth-related gene expression in haliotis midae

Van der Merwe, Mathilde (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The slow growth rate of Haliotis midae impedes the optimal commercial production of this most profitable South African aquaculture species. To date, no comprehensive effort has been made to identify ...
Identification and characterisation of grapevine leafroll-associated virus 3 genomic and subgenomic RNAs

Maree, Hans Jacob (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Grapevine leafroll-associated virus 3 (GLRaV-3) is the type strain for the genus Ampelovirus, family Closteroviridae. There has been only one report that claimed the complete nucleotide sequence of ...
Identification of the genes encoding enzymes involved in the synthesis of the biopolymer paramylon from Euglena gracilis

Mackay, Stephen (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Recent advances in medical pharmacology have identified the immune-potentiating effects of β-1,3-glucans on mammalian immune systems. Extensive research has identified and described the mechanisms of ...
An integrated linkage map of perlemoen (haliotis midae)

Hepple, Juli-ann (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Haliotis midae, or Perlemoen, is the only cultured species of abalone in South Africa and is under great international demand. This species is considered endangered, making sustainable farming practises ...
An investigation into the effects of smoke-water and GR24 on the growth of nicotiana benthamiana seedlings

Kotze, Liske Marinate (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Novel plant growth regulating substances (PGRs) are emerging as a useful tool to investigate important growth traits in plants. This study reports on growth promotion pathways leading to enhanced biomass ...
Investigation into the suitability of wheat for ethanol production in the Western Cape

Dix, Rodger (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: This study aimed to investigate the suitability of spring wheat in the Western Cape as a potential feedstock for a future bio-ethanol industry as well as initiate a pre-breeding effort to develop ...
Manipulating cell wall biosynthesis in yeast and higher plants

Horstmann, Carl Ulrich (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Undeniably, changes in the environment and dwindling traditional energy resources have resulted in the search for viable, renewable energy alternatives such as biofuels. Cellulose is one of the most ...
Manipulation of ascorbate biosynthesis in Solanum lycopersicum (cv Money maker)

Cronje, Christelle (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Vitamin C (ascorbate or AsA) is a secondary metabolite produced in many eukaryotes including yeasts, plants and animals. It plays essential roles as an anti-oxidant and enzyme cofactor, functions as an ...
Mapping and restructuring of an Ae. kotschyi derived translocation segment in common wheat

Heyns, I.C. (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The wild relatives are an important source of new genes for the genetic improvement of wheat. At Stellenbosch University the leaf and stripe rust resistance genes Lr54 and Yr37 were transferred from ...
A metagenomic approach using next-generation sequencing for viral profiling of a vineyard and genetic characterization of grapevine virus E

Coetzee, Beatrix (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Next-generation sequencing technologies are increasingly used in metagenomic studies, largely due to the high sequence data throughput capacity and unbiased approach in determining the genetic composition ...
Modulation of root nodule antioxidant systems by nitric oxide : prospects for enhancing salinity tolerance in legumes

Liphoto, Mpho (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Salinity is one of the major limiting abiotic stresses on legume plant yield, leading to early senescence of root nodules. This occurs because of accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in plant ...
The molecular characterization of South African isolates of Grapevine Rupestris Stem Pitting-associated virus (GRSPaV)

Noach, Liesl Christine (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The first aim of this study was to reliably and rapidly detect Grapevine rupestris stem pittingassociated virus (GRSPaV) in grapevine. This was achieved by screening 94 grapevines using crude plant ...
Ontwikkeling van ’n koringkwekery met gestapelde, spesie-verhaalde roesweerstand

Wessels, Elsabet (Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010-12)

ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Wheat rust is a significant contributor to the total impact of diseases on sustainable wheat production. Genetic resistance, produced by using resistance genes from wheat and other related wild species, ...