Re: [DIYbio] Relatively safe-to-handle mutagens to expose seeds to?

The compound typically used for inducing mutagenesis in seeds is EMS
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethyl_methanesulfonate

I'm not going to claim it's safe. But if you have the proper safety
equipment you can use it without giving yourself cancer. You'll need
a fume hood, gloves, lab coat, and face shield because you really
don't want to get this stuff on or in you. It's not something safe to
work with in most DIY labs that I've seen.

If you have experience working with hazardous materials and have the
proper safety equipment and the ability to purchase hazardous
compounds, then go for it. Otherwise there are companies that will do
it for you.

Lehle Seeds can do it for you. They can also do radiation induced mutagenesis.

-cory

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