Gene discovery for improvement of kernel quality-related traits in maize
2010
Motto, M., [email protected] | Balconi, C. | Hartings, H. | Rossi, V., Consiglio per la ricerca e la sperimentazione in agricoltura - CRA, Bergamo (Italy). Unita di Ricerca per la Maiscolture
This paper provides an overview of current knowledge on the identification and exploitation of genes affecting the composition, development, and structure of the maize kernel with particular emphasis on pathways relevant to endosperm growth and development, differentiation of starch-filled cells, and biosynthesis of starches, storage proteins, lipids, and carotenoids. The potential that the new technologies of cell and molecular biology will provide for the creation of new variation in the future are also indicated and discussed.
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