Multi-copy genetic screen in Aspergillus nidulans

Methods Mol Biol. 2012:944:183-90. doi: 10.1007/978-1-62703-122-6_13.

Abstract

With the completion of genomes of various Aspergillus species, large-scale genome-wide expression studies can be carried out. Genomics, however, is more powerful and efficient when combined with genetics. A multi-copy-based gain-of-function screen is a complementary method to loss-of-function genetic screen and can identify novel genes that may not be easily identifiable through loss-of-function-type screens. Particularly, gain-of-function genetic screens would identify novel activators or repressors of fungal development and secondary metabolism. Here, we describe a working protocol for the identification of novel regulators in Aspergillus nidulans.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Aspergillus nidulans / genetics*
  • DNA, Fungal / genetics
  • DNA, Fungal / isolation & purification
  • Gene Library*
  • Genetic Techniques*
  • Genome, Fungal / genetics
  • Plasmids / genetics
  • Sequence Analysis, DNA

Substances

  • DNA, Fungal