Managing Global Genetic Resources

This anchor volume to the series Managing Global Genetic Resources examines the structure that underlies efforts to preserve genetic material, including the worldwide network of genetic collections; the role of biotechnology; and a host of issues that surround management and use. Among the topics explored are in situ versus ex situ conservation, management of very large collections of genetic material, problems of quarantine, the controversy over ownership or copyright of genetic material, and more. Table of Contents Front Matter Executive Summary An Overview of Genetic Resources Management Part I: Basic Science Issues 1. Genetic Vulnerability and Crop Diversity 2. Crop Diversity: Institutional Responses 3. In Situ Conservation of Genetic Resources 4. The Science of Collecting Genetic Resources 5. The Science of Managing Genetic Resources 6. Using Genetic Resources 7. Biotechnology and Germplasm Conservation 8. Documentation of Genetic Resources 9. The Conservation of Genetic Stock Collections 10. The Genetic Resources of Microorganisms Part II: Policy Issues 11. Exchange of Genetic Resources: Quarantine 12. Exchange of Genetic Resources: Proprietary Rights 13. Genetic Resources: Assessing Economic Value 14. Conflicts Over Ownership, Management, and Use 15. National and International Programs References Glossary Abbreviations Authors Index