Our Research Programs

Research projects utilise program capabilities in grain genomics and grain applications:

Grain Genomics Program		Grain Applications Program
Led by Southern Cross University's Centre for Plant Conservation Genetics under the leadership of Research Director, Professor Robert Henry.		Led by BRI Research Limited under the leadership of Research Director, Dr Ken Quail
The Program's capabilities include genetic analysis, genetic transformation, gene discovery, bioinformatics, custom DNA manufacturing, high security plant breeding, molecular markers and diagnostics & quarantine.		The Program's capabilities include grain science, quality assessment, sensory testing, grain processing, flour milling, baking, food product development, ingredients, nutrients, Phytochemistry and thermal processing.
The program harnesses advanced genomics technologies, such as Serial Analysis of Gene Expression (SAGE), Expressed Sequence Tag (EST) detection, DNA sequencing by capillary electrophoresis, micro-array technology, Targeted Inducted Local Lesions in Genomes (TILLING), and SNP detection.		BRI research laboratories are NATA accredited for food testing, nutrient analysis, fibre assays, single kernel characterisation system, NIR, cereal chemistry, texture analysis, shelf-life testing, rheology, bread structure (C-Cell analyser). Research projects maintain close consultation with industry partners.

Projects utilising both grain genomics and grain applications capabilities are managed as a commercialisation portfolio using the Technology Platforms.