Investigators
Dr. Samantha Wisely
Dr. Mark Stapham
Dr. Jack Cully |
Project Supervisor
Dr. Samantha Wisely
Dr. Jack Cully
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Funding
U.S. Geological Survey
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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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