Genetics Studies

RNA interference-based exogenous double-stranded RNAs confer resistance to Rhizoctonia solani AG-3 on Nicotiana tabacum.

Researchers used host-induced gene silencing (HIGS) and exogenous dsRNA to suppress Rhizoctonia solani, a pathogenic fungus causing tobacco target spot disease. This could lead to the development of resistant varieties and effective control strategies, reducing worldwide losses.

Wang Y et al (2024).
Pest Manag Sci.
PubMed:
38284497

Integrated metabolome and transcriptome analysis identifies candidate genes involved in triterpenoid saponin biosynthesis in leaves of Centella asiatica (L.) Urban.

Researchers conducted a comprehensive analysis of metabolome and transcriptome to understand triterpenoid saponin biosynthesis in leaves. They identified key candidate genes associated with synthesis and accumulation of triterpenoid saponins. This can lead to further research on molecular mechanisms in medicinal plants.

Wan L et al (2024).
Front Plant Sci.
PubMed:
38283979

The Complete Genome Sequence of Ceratonia siliqua L. (Fabaceae, Fabales), Carob.

This study sequenced the entire genome of L and made the data publicly available. It could be useful for your lab's research and inform future experiments.

Chlyah O et al (2024).
Biodivers Genomes.
PubMed:
38283948