Method: a single nucleotide polymorphism genotyping method for Wheat streak mosaic virus.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The September 11, 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon increased the concern about the potential for terrorist attacks on many vulnerable sectors of the US, including agriculture. The concentrated nature of crops, easily obtainable biological agents, and highly detrimental impacts make agroterrorism a potential threat. Although procedures for an effective criminal investigation and attribution following such an attack are available, important enhancements are still needed, one of which is the capability for fine discrimination among pathogen strains. The purpose of this study was to develop a molecular typing assay for use in a forensic investigation, using Wheat streak mosaic virus (WSMV) as a model plant virus.

Method

This genotyping technique

SUBMITTER: Rogers SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3488013 | biostudies-literature | 2012 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature