Bo Karlsson

Divergent selection predating the Last Glacial Maximum mainly acted on macro-phenotypes in Norway spruce

This study shows that divergent selection on macro-phenotypes in Norway spruce predates the Last Glacial Maximum, with stem diameter being under selection while tracheid dimensions and juvenile growth are not.

Genetic control of tracheid properties in Norway spruce wood

The paper uses GWAS to identify genetic loci controlling tracheid properties in Norway spruce, finding 31 loci and 26 novel candidate genes.

Association mapping identified novel candidate loci affecting wood formation in Norway spruce

The paper identifies 51 significant SNPs from 39 candidate genes associated with wood formation traits in Norway spruce using genome-wide association mapping.

Accuracy of genomic selection for growth and wood quality traits in two control-pollinated progeny trials using exome capture as genotyping platform in Norway spruce

This study evaluates genomic selection accuracy for growth and wood quality traits in Norway spruce using exome capture, finding that full-sib family structures and 8000 SNPs are sufficient for effective prediction.

Genetic control of transition from juvenile to mature wood with respect to microfibril angle (MFA) in Norway spruce (Picea abies) and lodgepole pine (Pinus contorta)

This study evaluates genetic control of microfibril angle transition from juvenile to mature wood in Norway spruce and lodgepole pine using heritability estimates and regression functions.

Genetic analysis using parent-progeny relationship for wood quality traits in Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) Karst.)

The paper estimates heritability and parent-progeny correlations for wood quality traits in Norway spruce using pedigree data and multiple measurement methods.