Sentences with phrase «interspecific hybridization»

A major consequence of such interspecific hybridization may be outbreeding depression due to the break - up of co-adapted gene complexes and disruption of local adaptations (Barton & Hewitt 1989).

According to Dr. Bosland, such a genetic species mix is not uncommon, and it is called «interspecific hybridization».

His group are in interested in generating new variation through interspecific hybridizations and induced polyploidy to support crop improvement strategies and are examining the potential of epigenetic variation.

Not exact matches

The researchers think these instances of introgressive hybridization — a way for genetic material and, potentially, traits to be passed from one species to another through interspecific mating — are only the first of many needles waiting to be found in a very large genetic haystack.