Project Number: 5302-22000-008-21
Project Type: Specific Cooperative Agreement

Start Date: Jun 16, 2005
End Date: Feb 16, 2009

Objective:
To develop a microarray-based Xylella fastidiosa detection and identification system.

Approach:
A PCR-microarray-based system that combines the sensitivity of PCR and specificity of microarray DNA hybridization will be developed and rapid identification of X. fastidiosa strains. Strain specific DNA sequence information will be identified through genome sequence analyses of multiple X. fastidiosa strains. The PCR-microarray system will be extensively evaluated using X. fastidiosa strains collected from different genotypes/pathotypes from different geographical regions. Documents SCA with UC Davis. Formerly 5302-22000-005-26S (10/05) & 5302-22000-007-14S (5/07).