Journal of Undergraduate Research
Keywords
SNP, quinoa, gluten-free, grain
College
Life Sciences
Department
Plant and Wildlife Sciences
Abstract
Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa, Willd) is an allotetraploid plant species native to the Andean highland regions from Colombia to Argentina. Quinoa has traditionally been and still is an important staple grain of various Andean communities, especially those in the rural and impoverished regions of Peru and Bolivia. Quinoa is an excellent source of protein and vitamins to these communities, specifically because the highland Andes are not well-suited for the cultivation or production of temperate crops or large livestock. Additionally, quinoa is a gluten-free grain and can be used as a wheat alternative for those with celiacs disease. Quinoa has been embraced by the health food industries of North America and Europe.
Recommended Citation
Coles, Nathan and Coleman, Dr. Craig E.
(2013)
"SNP Discovery in Quinoa,"
Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013:
Iss.
1, Article 1533.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1533