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Genetic basis of quantitative traits
We have built up an association population panel containing more than 500 inbred lines and 10 RIL populations. By combining the phenotypic data at multiple locations in multiple years and ultra-high-density molecular markers, genome wide association study (GWAS) will be carried out in a large scale to explore the genetic basis of complex quantitative traits, i.e. kernel quality, diseases and agronomic traits.
QTL fine mapping and cloning
On the basis of preliminary mapping of QTLs on a number of important traits, classical method of positional cloning will be used to fine map and clone major QTLs affecting important agronomic traits i.e. plant height, kernel quality diseases. Besides, we are to set up a NIL database covering the whole genome from various genetic backgrounds by using the residual heterozygosity of RILs and ultra-high-density molecular markers. It will provide the perfect opportunities for large-scale QTL cloning.
Molecular breeding
It is our long-pursued ultimate goal to have our own technology and build up the platform for maize molecular breeding in China by absorbing advanced conceptions.
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Two teosintes made modern maize
2023-12Convergent selection of a WD40 protein that enhances grain yield in maize and rice
2022-03The mechanism of heterosis helping for hybrid performance prediction
2021-05ZEAMAP, a comprehensive database adapted to the maize multi-omics era.
2020-06A review summary about plant single cell genomics and epigenomics.
2020-06A roadmap toward large-scale genome editing in maize makes bruteforce approaches more manageable for gene discovery and validation!
2020-02The maize CUBIC population has been published, finally! Seems powerful, welcome new users...
2020-02More...
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