Biogeography and Molecular Epidemiology of the PRNP Gene in Kansas
Investigators:
Dr. Samantha Wisely
Dr. Mark Stapham
Dr. Jack Cully
Project Supervisor:
Dr. Samantha Wisely
Dr. Jack Cully
Funding:
U.S. Geological Survey
Location:
Kansas
Cooperators:
Dr. Lloyd Fox
Completion:
September 2008
Objectives:
Identify risk factors for the spread of CWD and identify the spatial extent and frequency of the PRNP gene in Kansas White-tailed deer.
Progress and Results:
This is an add-on to the CWD study above, and is in progress. The cervid PRNP gene has been identified as a genetic marker for increased risk of infection by CWD. This study will use the same samples to quantify the prevalence and spatial distribution of the PRNP gene in white-tailed deer in Kansas prior to CWD becoming established in the state. My role will be to incorporate the results of genetic analyses into the GIS.
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