International training course on in vitro and cryopreservation techniques for conservation of plant genetic resources
Organised by Bioversity International, the National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources in India and the Asia-Pacific Consortium on Agricultural Biotechnology (APCoAB), its aims are to improve the skills of participants in using tissue culture techniques for conservation and management of plant genetic resources (PGR); equip participants with essential knowledge necessary for developing and using cryopreservation techniques; enhance the use of in vitro conservation and cryopreservation protocols for germplasm of crops relevant in their countries; and acquaint the participants with molecular techniques for PGR management. The maximum number of participants is 15 and deadline for applications is 30 August 2008.
