Combining GWAS and TWAS to identify candidate causal genes for tocochromanol levels in maize grain
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DOI: 10.1093/genetics/iyac091
Abstract: Tocochromanols (tocopherols and tocotrienols, collectively vitamin E) are lipid-soluble antioxidants important for both plant fitness and human health. The main dietary sources of vitamin E are seed oils that often accumulate high levels of tocopherol… read more here.
Keywords: candidate causal; tocochromanol levels; maize grain; seed ... See more keywords
Comparative Tolerance Levels of Maize Landraces and a Hybrid to Natural Infestation of Fall Armyworm
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DOI: 10.3390/insects13070651
Abstract: Simple Summary Exploiting the tolerance of plants against herbivorous insects is a viable pest management alternative, especially where conventional controls are ineffective. For example, due to the inefficacy of currently adopted practices, new strategies and… read more here.
Keywords: tolerance levels; maize landraces; hybrid natural; tolerance ... See more keywords