Using genomics to save the bees

(University of G ö ttingen) The international Illumina Agricultural Greater Good Grant recognizes research proposals that will increase the sustainability, productivity, and nutritional density of agriculturally important crop and livestock species. Professor Bertram Brenig, from Goettingen University is the 2021 winner for his research proposal about the Western Honey Bee. Despite being one of the most important pollinators, honey bees currently face multiple challenges and population decline. This research will use genomics to understand vulnerabilities impacting the Western Honey Bee.

Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - July 12, 2021 Category: Biology Source Type: news