Single Nucleotide Polymorphism and Its Impact on Gene Function

Anusha Karthik
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:54:28

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An Insight Single-nucleotide polymorphisms, or SNPs, are one of the most common types of genetic variation found in humans and other organisms. These variations involve changes in a single nucleotide base pair at a specific position in the DNA sequence. They have a significant impact on gene functioning, influencing everything from an individual's susceptibility to disease to their response to medications. The content below explores the mechanisms behind SNPs, their prevalence in the human genome, and their effects on gene expression and function. What are SNPs? As mentioned above, SNPs refer to variations in a single nucleotide base pair in ... Read More

QTL Mapping: An Overview

Anusha Karthik
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:49:44

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An Overview Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL) mapping is a statistical technique used to identify the chromosomal regions responsible for the variation of a quantitative trait. The identification of QTLs is essential in understanding the genetic basis of complex traits and for the development of improved breeding strategies. An attempt has been made below to give an overview of QTL mapping, including the methodology, data analysis, and interpretation of results. Methodology of QTL Mapping The process of QTL mapping involves four primary steps: trait measurement, genotyping, statistical analysis, and QTL validation. Trait Measurement The first step in QTL mapping is to ... Read More

MAS in Backcross and Heterosis Breeding

Anusha Karthik
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:43:20

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Introduction In the field of plant breeding, it is often necessary to combine desirable traits from two or more different varieties of plants. One way to achieve this is through the use of backcross breeding and heterosis breeding. Backcross breeding involves crossing a hybrid plant with one of its parents in order to transfer desirable traits from the parent to the hybrid. Heterosis breeding involves crossing two genetically distinct plants to create a hybrid that has improved traits compared to both parents. One of the key tools used in both backcross and heterosis breeding is the marker-assisted selection (MAS) ... Read More

Role of HR Leaders in Promoting Employee Well-Being

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:42:55

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When addressing employee well-being at work, employers frequently highlight the benefits of health care. We now realize that employee health encompasses a lot more than being ill. In order to improve employee well-being at work, all employees' health must be improved. Several dimensions of well-being that are critical to the health and performance of people and workers must be taken into consideration in addition to physical well-being. Many organizations are becoming aware of the connection between employee well-being and performance and, ultimately, business outcomes as a result of the recent COVID-19 epidemic. Employers had to come up with solutions to ... Read More

What is Learning and Development

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:41:50

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Companies may increase their returns on labor investments and boost overall profitability by making investments in the training and development of their employees. L&D is a wide phrase that refers to all organizational professional development, and it is regarded as the central role of human resources (HR). Both formal, instructor-led training programs and unofficial, employee-led learning are examples of this. Training and development, performance and learning, and talent development are some other names for L&D. Importance of Learning and Development Today The advent of new technology in the workplace will only raise the significance of staff training and development. Organizations ... Read More

What is Employee Engagement?

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:41:16

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In human resources (HR), the idea of employee engagement is concerned with how engaged and devoted employees are to their work. Employees who are engaged are invested in their jobs, the success of their companies, and the value of their contributions. Workers who genuinely care about their jobs can link personal accomplishment to successful corporate outcomes. To engage employees, a firm must provide a comfortable environment where everyone can perform their best work every day, adhere to the vision and values of the organization, and be inspired to contribute to its success. Employee dedication and connection to an organization are ... Read More

What is Ageism at Work

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:40:43

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As you might expect, during the past century, discrimination has been less common in the workplace. This is due to the fact that a new generation of employers, HR managers, and employees have all learned the importance of an accessible work environment. Nonetheless, there is still a problem with age discrimination in the workplace. How can ageism manifest itself? One may argue that a female CPA who is 28 years old is "too immature" to be a supervisor. An employee in her 60s is apparently searching for a job, but a job seeker in her 50s may be informed ... Read More

Topics That Add Value to Employee Training Programs

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:40:09

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Any business that invests in increased training is investing in its own prosperity. Employees want their employers to provide them with continuing, helpful training programs to keep them abreast of the most recent business practices, trends, and technologies since technology is always evolving. Employees may upskill and retrain to meet future expectations, as well as increase their performance and productivity, using several sorts of employee training approaches. Employees will work in an atmosphere that is adaptive, flexible, fun, and productive if a culture of continual learning is fostered there. Employees receive the information they need to do their jobs and ... Read More

Three C's of Employee Engagement

Priya More
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:39:32

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Most employees find their jobs monotonous. An HR manager will only offer one response when you question them about employee engagement. The main problem we now have is that. The era of significant pay raises, even for highly effective firms, has passed. Employee retention is a short-term issue for businesses. As a result, HR managers were forced to think of alternative motivational strategies, including off-site parties and picnic areas, anniversary and birthday football and cricket matches, cultural festivals, artwork and quiz competitions, nursing homes for employees' kids, Friday gatherings, movie tickets, and discount shopping vouchers. One of the most well-known ... Read More

Map-Based Gene QTL Isolation

Anusha Karthik
Updated on 11-Apr-2023 17:39:31

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Introduction One of the most challenging aspects of modern genetic research is the identification of the genes responsible for a particular trait or disease. Genetic mapping techniques have been developed to identify quantitative trait loci (QTLs), which are regions of the genome that contribute to a trait. QTL mapping is a powerful approach to identifying genes that contribute to complex traits such as height, weight, and susceptibility to disease. The content below aims to discuss map-based gene/QTL isolation, which is a technique used to isolate the gene responsible for a particular QTL. What is QTL Mapping? Quantitative trait loci ... Read More

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