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Sixin  Liu    Molecular Biologist    U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service National Center for Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture 11861 Leetown Road Kearneysville, WV25430 Voice: (304) 724-8340 x2185  Academic History 1999Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityPh.D.Plant Genetics and Breeding 1991Chinese Academy of Agricultural SciencesM.S.Plant Genetics and Breeding 1988Hebei Agricultural UniversityB.S.Agronomy  Professional History 2009-presentU.S. Department of Agriculture, ARS, NCCCWAMolecular Biologist 2000-2009University of MinnesotaPost-doc Research Associate 1995-1999Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityGraduate Research Assistant 1991-1994Chinese Academy of Agricultural ScienceResearch Assistant 1988-1991Chinese Academy of Agricultural ScienceGraduate Research Assistant  Description of Research Interests The goal of my research is to improve cool and cold water species by identifying and characterizing genetic elements that control complex traits, such as stress tolerance, disease resistance, and meat yield and quality. The specific objectives are 1) to develop and adapt state-of-the-art DNA and other molecular techniques for gene expression; 2) to define the roles of related biological system in the expression of traits of primary importance; and 3) to design and test marker assisted selection schemes for genetic improvement of rainbow trout.  Research Project Identification and Characterization of Genes Affecting Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Production Appropriated (D)


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