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PGRCU Personnel - Brandon D. Tonnis
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Brandon Tonnis

Geneticist

 

1109 Experiment Street
Griffin, GA 30223

 

Phone:
(770) 412-4715
E-mail:
Brandon.Tonnis@usda.gov
 

 

Responsibilities

 

I measure genetic and phenotypic diversity in the various crops maintained by PGRCU. I operate and maintain the gas chromatograph for measuring oil composition, the HPLC for measuring various plant phytochemicals and sugars, and the NMR for measuring seed oil and moisture content. I also maintain the genetic sequencers and assist in genotyping various plant accessions. In addition, I serve as the lab manager, lab purchasing agent, and the chemical safety officer overseeing safe use and disposal of lab chemicals.