Cleaved Amplified Polymorphic Sequences (CAPS) Markers

CAPS marker service offers a comprehensive solution for species identification and genetic analysis, catering to the needs of researchers, conservationists, and environmental agencies. We leverage state-of-the-art technology and a team of experienced scientists to deliver accurate, reliable, and timely results.

• PCR Amplification: Specific regions of the DNA, known to vary between species, are amplified using the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). This process creates multiple copies of the target DNA fragments.
• Restriction Enzyme Digestion: The amplified DNA fragments are then treated with restriction enzymes. These enzymes are molecular scissors that cut DNA at specific recognition sites. If there are differences in the DNA sequences between species, it can create or abolish restriction sites.
• Fragment Analysis: The resulting DNA fragments are separated by size using gel electrophoresis. This creates unique banding patterns, or "fingerprints," that are specific to each species.

• High Accuracy: CAPS markers are highly specific, allowing for accurate discrimination between closely related species.
• Reproducibility: The technique produces consistent and reproducible results, ensuring reliability and comparability across studies.
• Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to some newer molecular techniques, CAPS markers are relatively inexpensive, making them accessible to a wider range of users.
• Versatility: CAPS markers can be applied to a variety of sample types, including tissue, blood, hair, and environmental DNA.

• Species Identification: Accurate identification of species, including cryptic species and those with subtle morphological differences.
• Phylogeny and Evolutionary Studies: Reconstructing evolutionary relationships between species and populations.
• Conservation Genetics: Assessing genetic diversity within and between populations, identifying conservation units, and detecting hybridization.
• Environmental Monitoring: Monitoring the presence and distribution of invasive species, endangered species, and other organisms of interest.
• Forensic Science: Identifying species from trace evidence in wildlife crime investigations.

• Effective Conservation: Informing conservation strategies by identifying priority areas for protection and monitoring the effectiveness of conservation efforts.
• Sustainable Management: Supporting sustainable resource management by providing information on species distribution, population dynamics, and genetic diversity.
• Biodiversity Monitoring: Tracking changes in biodiversity over time and assessing the impacts of environmental change.

• Genetic Diversity Analysis: We utilize CAPS markers to assess genetic diversity within and between populations, providing valuable insights for conservation and breeding programs.
• Germplasm Identification: Our services include the identification and characterization of germplasm resources, which is crucial for plant breeding and genetic resource management.
• Marker-Assisted Selection (MAS): We offer CAPS markers for MAS in breeding programs, enabling the selection of desirable traits in new cultivars more efficiently.
• Genetic Mapping: We develop CAPS markers for genetic mapping, which aids in the localization of genes associated with specific traits.