CD BioSciences is a leading bio-environmental company committed to providing cutting-edge solutions for biodiversity assessment, conservation, and environmental monitoring. Our SNP marker services leverage the power of genetic analysis to deliver accurate and comprehensive insights into species identification, population genetics, and evolutionary relationships.
Fig 1. SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) markers assisted breeding research (Chao W.,
et al., 2015)
Introduction
Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNPs) are single-base pair variations in the DNA sequence that occur at a specific location in the genome. These variations act as unique genetic markers, providing valuable information about the identity and relationships of individuals, populations, and species. Our SNP marker services utilize advanced molecular techniques and bioinformatics to analyze these variations, enabling us to address a wide range of ecological and conservation challenges.
Technical Principles
SNP analysis involves several key steps:
- DNA Extraction: High-quality DNA is extracted from the target organism using optimized protocols.
- SNP Genotyping: Specific regions of the genome containing informative SNPs are amplified and sequenced using cutting-edge technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS) or high-resolution melting (HRM) analysis.
- Data Analysis: The resulting SNP data is analyzed using sophisticated bioinformatics tools to identify species, assess genetic diversity, and construct phylogenetic relationships.
Technical Features
- High Accuracy: SNPs offer a high level of accuracy in species identification, even for closely related or morphologically similar species.
- Wide Applicability: SNP analysis can be applied to a broad range of organisms, including plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.
- Cost-effectiveness: Advances in technology have made SNP genotyping increasingly affordable, making it a viable option for large-scale biodiversity studies.
- High Throughput: Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and automated workflows enable us to process large numbers of samples efficiently.
Technical Classification
SNP markers can be classified based on various criteria:
- Location: SNPs can occur in coding or non-coding regions of the genome.
- Function: SNPs can be synonymous (not affecting protein sequence) or non-synonymous (altering protein sequence).
- Frequency: SNPs can be common (occurring in a significant proportion of the population) or rare (occurring in a small fraction of the population).
Applications Across Diverse Sectors
SNP marker services have a wide range of applications in biodiversity assessment, conservation, and environmental monitoring:
- Species Identification: Accurate identification of species, including cryptic or morphologically similar species.
- Population Genetics: Assessment of genetic diversity, population structure, and gene flow within and between populations.
- Phylogenetic Analysis: Reconstruction of evolutionary relationships between species and populations.
- Conservation Genetics: Identification of endangered or threatened species, assessment of genetic health, and monitoring of illegal wildlife trade.
- Environmental Monitoring: Detection of invasive species, assessment of ecosystem health, and monitoring of pollution impacts.
- Agriculture and Aquaculture: Breed identification, parentage analysis, and marker-assisted selection for improved traits.
Environmental Benefits
- Supporting conservation efforts: Providing valuable data for the conservation of endangered and threatened species.
- Facilitating sustainable resource management: Enabling informed decision-making for the management of natural resources.
- Monitoring ecosystem health: Detecting environmental changes and assessing the impacts of pollution and climate change.
Our Services
We specialize in leveraging the power of microsatellite markers to provide you with the most accurate and reliable biological species identification services. Our comprehensive suite of services includes:
- Custom Microsatellite Marker Development: We design and develop custom microsatellite markers tailored to your specific needs, ensuring the highest level of specificity and sensitivity in species identification.
- Genetic Diversity Analysis: We offer in-depth genetic diversity analysis to assess the variability within and between populations, providing valuable insights for conservation and breeding programs.
- Population Genetic Structure Assessment: Our services include evaluating the genetic structure of populations, which is crucial for understanding species distribution and migration patterns.
- Parentage and Kinship Analysis: We provide robust parentage and kinship analysis to determine the relationships among individuals, aiding in breeding and conservation efforts.
- Genetic Purity Assessment: Our services extend to assessing the genetic purity of species, ensuring the integrity of your biological materials.
- High-Throughput Genotyping: Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, we perform high-throughput genotyping to handle large sample sizes efficiently and accurately.
- Data Analysis and Reporting: We offer comprehensive data analysis and reporting services, providing you with clear and actionable insights from your microsatellite data..
Distinctive Service Features
- Expertise and Experience: Our team consists of seasoned geneticists and biologists with a proven track record in microsatellite marker development and analysis.
- Advanced Technology: We employ the latest high-throughput sequencing technologies to ensure the most accurate and efficient genotyping services.
- Customized Solutions: We understand that every project is unique, and we work closely with our clients to develop customized solutions that meet their specific requirements.
- Rapid Turnaround Time: We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver results quickly, without compromising on quality.
Contact Us
CD BioSciences is dedicated to providing reliable and innovative SNP marker services to advance biodiversity research and conservation efforts. Our expertise, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to customer satisfaction make us the ideal partner for your genetic analysis needs. Contact us today to learn more about how our services can help you achieve your research and conservation goals.
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Reference
- Chao W., Lin Y., et al "Efficient SNP Discovery by Combining Microarray and Lab-on-a-Chip Data for Animal Breeding and Selection" Microarrays 2015, 4(4):570-595.
Our products and services are for research use only and cannot be used for any clinical purposes.
Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) Markers
