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Optimization of CRISPR/Cas9 ribonucleoprotein delivery into cabbage protoplasts for efficient DNA-free gene editing
The CRISPR/Cas9-based gene editing system for the direct delivery of pre-assembled Cas9 ribonucleoproteins (RNPs), consisting of a Cas9 nuclease and a single guide RNA (sgRNA), into plant protoplasts enables D...
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Open AccessQTL map** reveals key factors related to the isoflavone contents and agronomic traits of soybean (Glycine max)
Soybean is a valuable source of edible protein and oil, as well as secondary metabolites that can be used in food products, cosmetics, and medicines. However, because soybean isoflavone content is a quantitati...
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Open AccessNew statistical selection method for pleiotropic variants associated with both quantitative and qualitative traits
Identification of pleiotropic variants associated with multiple phenotypic traits has received increasing attention in genetic association studies. Overlap** genetic associations from multiple traits help to...
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Morpho-physiological and genetic characteristics of a salt-tolerant mutant line in soybean (Glycine max L.)
One major quantitative trait loci and candidate gene for salt tolerance were identified on chromosome 3 from a new soybean mutant derived from gamma-ray irradiation, which will provide a new genetic resource f...
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Analysis of genetic diversity and relationships of Perilla frutescens using novel EST-SSR markers derived from transcriptome between wild-type and mutant Perilla
Perilla frutescens (Lamiaceae) is distributed in East Asia and is classified into var. frutescens and crispa. P. frutescens is multipurpose crop for human health because of a variety of secondary metabolites such...
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Fine-map** and candidate gene analysis for the foxglove aphid resistance gene Raso2 from wild soybean PI 366121
The foxglove aphid resistance gene Raso2 from PI 366121 was fine-mapped to 77 Kb region, and one candidate gene was identified.
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Validation of marker-assisted selection in soybean breeding program for pod shattering resistance
Significant yield losses are caused by pod shattering during the harvest of domesticated crop plants. The phenotype evaluation of pod shattering requires fully grown plants, and it is a labor-intensive and tim...
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Characterization of genetic variation and antioxidant properties in strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) mutant genotypes
Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) is an important fruit in the food industry. Recently, several strawberry mutant genotypes with improved agronomic traits have been developed using gamma irradiation and soma...
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Cross-species transferability of EST-SSR markers derived from the transcriptome of kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) and their application to genus Hibiscus
The genus Hibiscus comprises approximately 300 diverse species whose genetic relationships have not been extensively clarified. In this study, we evaluated the cross-species transferability of 102 expressed seque...
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Identification of a new GmSACPD-C allele in high stearic acid mutant Hfa180 derived from gamma-ray irradiation
Stearic acid is the most important saturated fatty acid compound in soybean oil. A typical soybean cultivar has 2–3% stearic acid content of total oil. Recently, a new high stearic acid mutant Hfa180 was devel...
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Molecular characterization of proton beam-induced mutations in soybean using genoty**-by-sequencing
Proton beam irradiation is a next-generation technique to develop mutant crop varieties. The mutagenic effects and molecular mechanisms of radiation are important multi-disciplinary research subjects. This stu...
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Effects of proton beam irradiation on seed germination and growth of soybean (Glycine max L. Merr.)
The present study aimed to evaluate the morphological effects of proton beam irradiation on the seed germination, seedling survival, and plant growth of soybean. Seeds of three Korean elite cultivars (Kwangank...
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Identification of SNPs tightly linked to the QTL for pod shattering in soybean
The pod shattering or dehiscence is essential for the propagation of pod-bearing plant species in the wild, but it causes significant yield losses during harvest of domesticated crop plants. Identifying novel ...
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Identification of candidate genes for an early-maturing soybean mutant by genome resequencing analysis
Flowering is indicative of the transition from vegetative to reproductive phase, a critical event in the life cycle of plants. In this study, we performed whole genome resequencing by Illumina HiSeq to identif...
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Positional map** and identification of novel quantitative trait locus responsible for UV-B radiation tolerance in soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr.]
The amount of ultraviolet-B radiation (UV-B: 280–320 nm) reaching Earth’s surface is expected to increase due to stratospheric ozone depletion. This could cause significant biological damage in plants, and ser...
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Molecular cloning, characterization, and expression analysis of lignin biosynthesis genes from kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.)
Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is an annual herbaceous crop and the third largest fiber crop of economic importance, after cotton and jute. In view of recent global environmental challenges, multipurpose uses of ...
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Detection of quantitative trait loci controlling UV-B resistance in soybean
The depletion of stratospheric ozone has resulted in increased amounts of ultraviolet-B radiation (UV-B: 280–320 nm) reaching the Earth’s surface. Even a small increase in the incident UV-B radiation could cau...
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Comparison of a high oleic acid soybean line to cultivated cultivars for seed yield, protein and oil concentrations
An increased oleic acid concentration improves the nutritional value and oxidative stability of soybean seed oil. High oleic acid soybean cultivars should have desirable agronomic and compositional traits such...
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Open AccessGenome sequence of mungbean and insights into evolution within Vigna species
Mungbean (Vigna radiata) is a fast-growing, warm-season legume crop that is primarily cultivated in develo** countries of Asia. Here we construct a draft genome sequence of mungbean to facilitate genome researc...
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Selection and molecular characterization of a lipoxygenase-free soybean mutant line induced by gamma irradiation
A lipoxygenase-free soybean mutant line (H70) induced by gamma ray was selected and its detailed information about the lipoxygenase was analyzed by comparison of DNA sequence.
