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The role of genomics in fostering and supporting arctic biodiversity: Implications for wildlife management, policy, and Indigenous food security

PROJECT LEAD(S)/CO-LEAD(S) Maribeth Murray (University of Calgary) & Peter Pulsifer (Carleton University)
FUNDER Genome Canada - Genomics in Society Interdisciplinary Research Teams
PROJECT START DATE July 1, 2020
PROJECT END DATE June 30, 2024
COMPETITION/ FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Genome Canada - Genomics in Society Interdisciplinary Research Teams
ALBERTA’S ROLE Lead

Wildlife genome information is extremely valuable for environmental decision making, yet much remains unused for this purpose. This project draws together partners with expertise across disciplines, cultures and organizations, building upon team strengths in Arctic observation and monitoring, biology, conservation, cyber-cartography, data management, genomics, geography, Indigenous Knowledge, the legal and policy sciences, and resource management. Together these partners will co-develop a suite of genomics knowledge-mobilization tools that will support environmental decision making. Project activities and outcomes will support conservation, natural resource management, and the sustainability of Arctic wildlife. Outcomes will also support Canada’s efforts to protect Arctic species and ensure food security for Arctic Peoples. The project can serve as a model for mobilizing genomics in different regions of Canada and in other nations.

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