Website
https://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/API/grants/DP0557190
Funding Status
Closed
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Funded Activity Summary
Nanotechnology in nature: the evolutionary significance of iridescent ultraviolet colouration in butterflies. Nanostructural colour is a novel and interesting biological phenomenon that has potential application in textile and paint industries. This research has the potential to uncover knowledge relevant to future genetic manipulation and/or artificial synthesis of this trait for industry. Fundamental benefits will include a contribution to our understanding of evolution and biological diversity, enhancement of Australia's research profile, and the cultivation of new scientific expertise. This proposal also promises to benefit the Australian scientific community through the establishment of collaborative links with universities in the USA and UK, and to increase mainstream awareness of Australia's stunning natural resources.Funded Activity Details
Start Date: 10-2005
End Date: 02-2009
Funding Scheme: Discovery Projects
Funding Amount: $281,000.00
Funder: Australian Research Council
Research Topics
ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)
Quantitative Genetics | Sociobiology And Behavioural Ecology | Optical Physics Not Elsewhere Classified | Genetics
