Project
Molecular Genetic Improvement of Cowpeas for Growers and Consumers
Details
Project Code:
WA5-A1
Start Date:
2002
End Date:
2007
CRSP Phase:
Not Available
Budget:
Not Available
Participants
Lead University:
Purdue University
Other Partners:
University of Zimbabwe (Zimbabwe); CSIRO (Australia)
Principal Investigator(s):
Barry Pittendrigh (US); Idah Sithole-Niang (Zimbabwe)
Co-Principal Investigator(s):
None
Overview
Coming soon
Objectives
1. Verify an existing genetic transformation system for cowpeas. 2. Lay the basis for introducing a consumer-friendly trait into cowpeas through genetic engineering by reducing flatulence causing oligosaccharides.
Outcomes
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