Pollen genetic markers for detection of mutagens in the environment

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1981 · Environ. Health Perspect.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1289/ehp.813719· OSTI ID:6389060

Nilan, R A; Rosichan, J L; Arenaz, P; Hodgdon, A L; Kleinhofs, A

To utilize pollen for in situ monitoring of the genetic hazards of environmental pollutants, the range of genetic traits in pollen must be identified and analyzed. These include ornamentation, shape and form, male sterility viability, intraspecific incompatibility, proteins, and starch deposition. Several proteins that meet the necessary criteria for mutagen detection systems are discussed. At Washington State Univ., a waxy pollen system is being developed in barley for in situ mutagen monitoring. Studies are being conducted to develop data concerning the nature of the mutations induced by various environmental mutagens.

• OSTI ID: 6389060
• Journal Information: Environ. Health Perspect.; (United States), Vol. 37
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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