Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 11, 2023
Abstract
Background:
Developing
high
yielding
varieties
is
a
major
challenge
for
breeders
tackling
the
challenges
of
climate
change
in
agriculture.
The
panicle
(inflorescence)
architecture
rice
one
key
components
yield
potential
and
displays
inter-
intra-specific
variability.
genus
Oryza
features
two
different
crop
species:
Asian
(
sativa
L.)
African
O.
glaberrima
Steud).
One
main
morphological
differences
between
independently
domesticated
species
structure
(or
complexity)
panicle,
with
displaying
highly
branched
which
turn
produces
larger
number
grains
than
that
.
genetic
interactions
govern
diversity
complexity
within
are
still
poorly
understood.
Results:
To
identify
factors
linked
to
species,
we
used
set
60
Chromosome
Segment
Substitution
Lines
(CSSLs)
issued
from
third
generation
backcross
(BC
3
DH)
carrying
genomic
segments
cv.
MG12
background
Tropical
Japonica
Caiapó.
Phenotypic
data
were
collected
rachis
primary
branch
length,
primary,
secondary
tertiary
spikelet
number.
A
total
15
QTLs
localized
on
chromosomes
1,
2,
3,
7,
11
12
associated
enhanced
numbers
detected
CSSLs.
Furthermore,
BC
4
F
3:5
lines
combinations
substituted
produced
decipher
effects
identified
QTL
regions
variations
architecture.
detailed
analysis
phenotypes
versus
genotypes
was
carried
out
parental
genomes
these
order
understand
how
introgression
events
may
lead
alterations
traits.
Conclusion:
Our
led
detection
Caiapó
traits
specific
These
contain
genes
regulate
development
their
interspecific
explain
phenotypic
observed.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
13
Published: Jan. 9, 2023
Rice
(Oryza
sativa
L.)
production
is
being
challenged
by
global
warming.
Identifying
new
loci
and
favorable
alleles
associated
with
heat
tolerance
crucial
to
developing
rice
heat-tolerant
varieties.We
evaluated
the
at
seedling
stage
using
620
diverse
accessions.
A
total
of
six
were
identified
a
genome-wide
association
study
(GWAS)
~2.8
million
single
nucleotide
polymorphisms
(SNPs).Among
detected
loci,
qHT7
harbored
strongest
signal
most
SNPs.
By
comparing
transcriptomes
two
representative
accessions
contrasting
tolerance,
LOC_Os07g48710
(OsVQ30)
was
selected
as
promising
candidate
gene
in
due
significant
difference
its
expression
level
between
Haplotype
4
(Hap4)
determined
haplotype
for
via
gene-based
analysis.
The
LOC_Os07g48710Hap4
highly
enriched
tropical
Geng/Japonica
accessions,
frequency
has
decreased
significantly
during
improvement
process
varieties.Based
on
GWAS
transcriptomics
integrated
results,
hypothetical
model
modulated
response
stress
proposed.
Our
results
provide
valuable
genes
improving
through
molecular
breeding.
Research Square (Research Square),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 8, 2024
Abstract
A
pan-transcriptome
describes
the
transcriptional
and
post-transcriptional
consequences
of
genome
diversity
from
multiple
individuals
within
a
species,
revealing
an
assortment
functions
that
drive
biological
outcomes.
We
developed
barley
using
twenty
inbred
genotypes
representing
domesticated*
by
generating
analysing
extensive
short-
long-read
RNA
sequencing
datasets
tissues.
To
overcome
single
reference
bias
facilitate
downstream
analyses
we
constructed
genotype-specific
transcript
(RTDs)
integrated
these
into
linear
pan-genome
framework
to
create
pan-RTD.
Categorising
transcripts
based
upon
presence
or
absence
across
defined
them
as
core
(expressed
in
all),
shell
(absent
one
more)
cloud
only
one).
Focusing
on
observed
significant
abundance
variation
among
tissues
between
genotypes.
show
drivers
this
category
include
processing,
gene
copy
number,
large
structural
rearrangements
degree
conservation
promotor
motifs.
reveal
conserved
patterns
co-expression
module-tissue
correlations
encompassing
distinct
functions,
well
frequent
functional
diversification.
complement
integrating
diverse
replicated
public
RNA-seq
cultivar
(cv.)
Morex
comprehensive
gene-expression
atlas
Nature Communications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(1)
Published: Nov. 18, 2024
Wild
species
of
crops
serve
as
a
valuable
germplasm
resource
for
breeding
modern
cultivars.
Rice
(Oryza
sativa
L.)
is
vital
global
staple
food.
However,
research
on
genome
evolution
and
diversity
wild
rice
remains
limited.
Here,
we
present
nearly
complete
genomes
13
representative
species.
By
integrating
with
four
previously
published
pangenome
analysis,
total
101,723
gene
families
are
identified
across
the
genus,
including
9834
(9.67%)
core
families.
Additionally,
63,881
absent
in
cultivated
but
discovered.
Extensive
structural
rearrangements,
sub-genomes
exchanges,
widespread
allelic
variations,
regulatory
sequence
variations
observed
Interestingly,
expanded
less
diverse
disease
resistance
genes
rice,
likely
due
to
loss
some
fixing
amplification
encoding
specific
diseases
during
domestication
artificial
selection.
This
study
not
only
reveals
natural
gene-level
studies
selection
also
enhances
our
understanding
domestication.
The
Oryza
genus
comprise
two
20
extant
Here
authors
assemble
species,
construct
super
by
them
reported
reveal
within
genus.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14
Published: May 11, 2023
Introduction
Saline-alkali
stress
is
one
of
the
main
abiotic
factors
limiting
rice
production
worldwide.
With
widespread
use
direct
seeding
technology,
it
has
become
increasingly
important
to
improve
saline-alkali
tolerance
at
germination
stage.
Methods
To
understand
genetic
basis
and
facilitate
breeding
efforts
for
developing
tolerant
varieties,
was
dissected
by
phenotyping
seven
germination-related
traits
736
diverse
accessions
under
control
conditions
using
genome-wide
association
epistasis
analysis
(GWAES).
Results
Totally,
165
main-effect
quantitative
trait
nucleotides
(QTNs)
124
additional
epistatic
QTNs
were
identified
as
significantly
associated
with
tolerance,
which
explained
a
significant
portion
total
phenotypic
variation
in
accessions.
Most
these
located
genomic
regions
either
harboring
or
known
genes
reported
previously.
Epistasis
an
validated
best
linear
unbiased
prediction
inclusion
both
showed
consistently
better
accuracy
than
alone.
Candidate
two
pairs
suggested
based
on
combined
evidence
from
high-resolution
mapping
plus
their
molecular
functions.
The
first
pair
included
glycosyltransferase
gene
LOC_Os02g51900
(UGT85E1)
E3
ligase
LOC_Os04g01490
(OsSIRP4)
,
while
second
comprised
ethylene-responsive
transcriptional
factor,
AP59
(LOC_Os02g43790)
Bcl-2-associated
athanogene
gene,
OsBAG1
(LOC_Os09g35630)
salt
tolerance.
Detailed
haplotype
analyses
promoter
CDS
candidate
favorable
combinations
large
effects
can
be
used
selective
introgression.
Discussion
Our
findings
provided
germplasm
resources
valuable
information
future
functional
Journal of Experimental Botany,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
74(21), P. 6804 - 6819
Published: Aug. 25, 2023
Abstract
Green
leaf
volatiles
(GLVs),
volatile
organic
compounds
released
by
plants
upon
tissue
damage,
are
key
signaling
molecules
in
plant
immunity.
The
ability
of
exogenous
GLV
application
to
trigger
an
induced
resistance
(IR)
phenotype
against
arthropod
pests
has
been
widely
reported,
but
its
effectiveness
pathogens
is
less
well
understood.
In
this
study,
we
combined
mRNA
sequencing-based
transcriptomics
and
phytohormone
measurements
with
multispectral
imaging-based
precision
phenotyping
gain
insights
into
the
molecular
basis
Z-3-hexenyl
acetate-induced
(Z-3-HAC-IR)
rice.
Furthermore,
evaluated
efficacy
Z-3-HAC-IR
a
panel
economically
significant
rice
pathogens:
Pyricularia
oryzae,
Rhizoctonia
solani,
Xanthomonas
oryzae
pv.
Cochliobolus
miyabeanus,
Meloidogyne
graminicola.
Our
data
revealed
rapid
induction
jasmonate
metabolism
systemic
immune
responses
Z-3-HAC
exposure,
as
transient
allocation
cost
due
accelerated
chlorophyll
degradation
nutrient
remobilization.
proved
effective
all
tested
except
for
C.
including
(hemi)biotrophs
M.
graminicola,
X.
P.
oryzae.
was
lost
(JA)-deficient
hebiba
mutant,
which
confirms
causal
role
JA
Z-3-HAC-IR.
Together,
our
results
show
that
exposure
induces
broad-spectrum,
JA-mediated
disease
limited
costs,
may
thus
be
promising
alternative
crop
protection
approach.
Scientific Reports,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(1)
Published: April 15, 2024
Abstract
Cation
exchanger
(CAX)
genes
play
an
important
role
in
plant
growth/development
and
response
to
biotic
abiotic
stresses.
Here,
we
tried
obtain
information
on
the
functionalities
phenotypic
effects
of
CAX
gene
family
by
systematic
analyses
their
expression
patterns,
genetic
diversity
(gene
CDS
haplotypes,
structural
variations,
presence/absence
variations)
3010
rice
genomes
nine
parents
496
Huanghuazhan
introgression
lines,
frequency
shifts
predominant
gcHaps
at
these
loci
artificial
selection
during
modern
breeding,
association
with
tolerances
several
Significant
amounts
variation
also
exist
cis-regulatory
elements
(CREs)
OsCAX
promoters
50
high-quality
genomes.
The
functional
differentiation
were
reflected
primarily
tissue
development
specific
patterns
varied
responses
different
treatments,
unique
sets
CREs
associations
agronomic
traits/abiotic
stress
tolerances.
Our
results
indicated
that
OsCAX1a
OsCAX2
as
general
signal
transporters
many
processes
diverse
environments,
but
they
might
be
less
value
improvement.
OsCAX1b
,
OsCAX1c
OsCAX3
OsCAX4
was
expected
potential
improvement
because
traits,
responsiveness
stresses
or
phytohormones,
relatively
high
gcHap
CRE
diversity.
strategy
demonstrated
highly
efficient
genes/alleles
can
used
systematically
characterize
other
families.
BMC Genomics,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
24(1)
Published: Oct. 4, 2023
Developing
high
yielding
varieties
is
a
major
challenge
for
breeders
tackling
the
challenges
of
climate
change
in
agriculture.
The
panicle
(inflorescence)
architecture
rice
one
key
components
yield
potential
and
displays
inter-
intra-specific
variability.
genus
Oryza
features
two
different
crop
species:
Asian
(Oryza
sativa
L.)
African
(O.
glaberrima
Steud.).
One
main
morphological
differences
between
independently
domesticated
species
structure
(or
complexity)
panicle,
with
O.
displaying
highly
branched
which
turn
produces
larger
number
grains
than
that
glaberrima.
gene
regulatory
network
governs
intra-
interspecific
diversity
still
under-studied.To
identify
genetic
factors
linked
to
species,
we
used
set
60
Chromosome
Segment
Substitution
Lines
(CSSLs)
issued
from
third
generation
backcross
(BC3DH)
carrying
genomic
segments
cv.
MG12
background
Tropical
Japonica
Caiapó.
Phenotypic
data
were
collected
rachis
primary
branch
length,
primary,
secondary
tertiary
spikelet
number.
A
total
15
QTLs
localized
on
chromosomes
1,
2,
3,
7,
11
12,
associated
enhanced
numbers
detected
CSSLs.
Furthermore,
BC4F3:5
lines
combinations
substituted
produced
decipher
effects
identified
QTL
regions
variations
architecture.
detailed
analysis
phenotypes
versus
genotypes
was
carried
out
parental
genomes
within
these
order
understand
how
introgression
events
may
lead
alterations
traits.Our
led
detection
Caiapó
traits
specific
These
contain
genes
regulate
development
their
explain
phenotypic
observed.