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Development of a cost-effect method using third-generation sequencing to identify viruses in-planta

Primary goals
  • PhD project to use MinION technology to rapidly detect and identify exotic viruses in imported seeds. This technology will make seed imports cheaper and safer. 
  • This project is part of the Plant Innovation Centre which provides innovative solutions that detect, identify and manage plant pests, to help strengthen Australia’s biosecurity.
Progress

This project commenced in 2022 and was completed in 2025.

Lead researcher

Project funded by

Dept of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Sustainable Development Goals

This project works towards these UN Sustainable Development Goals:

  • SDG 4: Quality Education
  • SDG 15: Life on Land
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