ISTORIA CERCETĂRILOR GENETICE ÎN RSS MOLDOVENEASCĂ (1945–1991): ABORDARE CRONOLOGICĂ

This work refers to the field of genetic research carried out in the republic overthe several decades (collection and study of field crops and native varieties, introduction of newfood crops varieties, relevant studies in this field, development of theoretical foundations of crosspollination and heterosis). Data on the most important research directions, main results obtained, andvaluable scientific works are presented. Key words: history of science, genetics, field crops, autochthonous varieties, Moldovan Branchof the USSR Academy of Sciences, Plant Genetics Section, “M. Frunze” Agricultural Institute atChişinău, scientific schools in plant genetics and breeding.