Molecular Cytogenetics and Genomics Laboratory
Mission
We seek to understand the genomic and cellular factors that
contribute to devastating diseases, genetic disorders, and
important traits of interest in domestic and wild animals.
Overview
The Molecular Cytogenetics and Genomics Laboratory at Texas
A&M University serves three primary roles: (1) Conduct diverse
research initiatives in cytogenetics, genomics, and functional
genetics focusing on diseases, important phenotypes of domestic
animals and conservation genetics of endangered species. (2)
Educate and train undergraduate and graduate students, visiting
scientists, and veterinarians. (3) Perform a wide range of
cytogenetic, molecular, and DNA-based testing for clinical and
research facilities, private companies, veterinarians, breeders,
and animal owners. For chromosome analysis we use both traditional
and state-of-the-art techniques, and carry out tests for all
domestic animals and a broad range of wild species. Analyses are
done either for a fee or on a collaborative basis.
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Type of Analyses Included in Service
- Karyotyping (with routine staining or G-banding of
chromosomes)
- Molecular cytogenetic analysis using Fluorescence in situ
Hybridization (FISH)
- DNA sequencing using BigDye chemistry and capillary technology
(ABI 3730)
- Genotyping (ABI 3730).
Services that will be available in
the near future:
- Species identification of carnivore scat
- Individual and gender identification of scats for select
species (including snow leopard, tiger, jaguar, lion, leopard,
ocelot, bobcat, mountain lion)
Openings: We are currently recruiting a Masters student to
start Fall 2013 for a project exploring the equine hindgut
microflora and its link to nutrition and health of horses (PI: Dr.
Janecka). If you are interested please see the posting
to obtain more information on the project and how to apply.
Students
Felipe Avila, PhD Candidate
Sharmila Gosh, PhD Student
Alexandra Trott, PhD Student
Daisy Johnson, M.S. Student
Sara Carney, Undergraduate student
Amy Jackson, Undergraduate student
Aaron Wang, Undergraduate student
Emilee Larkin, DVM student
