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The understanding of the genetic architecture of a desirable trait is vital in enabling sustainable increased yields of a root crop such as cassava, especially in a low-input agricultural system. The understanding of desirable trait architecture is also vital for the sustained a…

The Aedes aegypti mosquito is the principal vector of the viruses that cause dengue, Zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever. There have been recent outbreaks of all these diseases, and the number of dengue cases has increased 30-fold in the past 50 years. Of the diseases Ae. aegypt…

With an unprecedented rate of species loss caused by global climate change, emerging infectious disease and anthropogenic disturbance, identifying the adaptive potential of populations in response to various environmental stressors is crucial. Therefore, we need to have a cleare…

The integration of genetic and environmental information can help wildlife managers better understand the factors affecting a species’ population structure and their response to disturbance. This thesis uses genetic techniques to assess the broad and fine scale population struct…