The objective of this research project is to identify yield- and quality-related genes that are negatively affected by pathogen attack in soybeans. The researchers use molecular tools to identify genes that confer durable resistance to viruses and soybean cyst nematodes. Due to its prior success, the objectives of the project were modified to use recent breakthrough technology we developed to help identify the master controllers for biotic and abiotic stress resistance pathways in soybean. We have previously reported how the new technology, called VIGS (virus-induced gene silencing) can be used to analyze the function of genes in soybean leaves, stems, and roots. In this approach, we...
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#bean pod mottle virus (bpmv), #breeding & genetics, #soybean mosaic virus (smv), #virus-induced gene silencing