The Primate Cytogenetics Network serves as a resource for the collection and distribution of cytogenetic information on the Web. The primary objective of the Primate Cytogenetics Network is to collect and distribute digital karyotypes, ideograms, and primate images to assist scientists in comparative cytogenetic studies.

Diploid Numbers, Karyotypes, and Ideograms

Human Cytogenetics

This section currently includes high quality G-banded karyotypes and ideograms. Hypertext links to other genetics Web sites have also been added to the Human Cytogenetics page. View the Human Cytogenetics web page.

Materials & Methods It is often difficult to find a comprehensive description of the materials and methods used for cytogenetic study due to the page limitations of journals. Most authors reference other publications to make their descriptions brief, but often their own modifications to old techniques are not included in the text. I have therefore included examples and detailed descriptions of the following techniques: Chromosome Banding Techniques Cytogenetics References Database A comprehensive literature search on primate cytogenetics was conducted through the Primate Information Center at the University of Washington. New references from 1992 to 1998 were updated on 4 January 1999. Primate Cytogenetics References (Chronological List 1922-1998) [105K] This chronological database of over 600 references is divided into the following sections: Primate Cytogenetics References 1922-1969 Primate Cytogenetics References 1970-1989 Primate Cytogenetics References 1990-1998 Population Genetics of Primates - 1998-early 2000 See also: PrimateLit - A bibliographic database for primatology

Contributing to the Primate Cytogenetics Network Chromosome Spreads, Karyotypes,and Ideograms Materials and Methods Primate Photographs and Illustrations References and Reprints Suggestions regarding content and format Primate Gallery The Primate Gallery is the leading website for collecting and sharing primate images. Primate illustrations, paintings, and photographs are provided for educational use, primate identification and studies in taxonomy. Visit the Primate Gallery Information on Primates American Society of Primatologists - an educational and scientific organization, whose purpose is to promote the discovery and exchange of information regarding primates Gorillas Online - the best source for gorilla information Living Species of Primates Primate Gallery - an excellent source for primate images Primate Info Net - the best source of primate information on the Web PrimateLit A bibliographic database for primatology Web Sites of Interest Visit other Web sites focusing on genetics and cytogenetics.

For comments or suggestions about this network, contact: Tim Knight


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March 2011