| Abstrakt: |
A recent study conducted by investigators from Sichuan Agricultural University in Chengdu, China, has shed light on the genetic basis of maize resistance to Gibberella ear rot (GER), a devastating disease that affects maize crops worldwide. The researchers used a genome-wide association study to identify 69 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) significantly associated with GER resistance. They also discovered 10 co-localized SNPs linked to GER resistance, along with candidate genes that could be targeted for further investigation. These findings provide valuable insights into the genetic variations involved in maize GER resistance and offer potential germplasm resources for breeding resistant maize varieties. [Extracted from the article] |
