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

Managing Global Genetic Resources - nidottu, Englanti, 1993