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DNA methylation pattern of Photoperiod-B1 is associated with photoperiod insensitivity in wheat (Triticum aestivum).
The New phytologist - 1 Nov 2014
Sun Han, Guo Zhiai, Gao Lifeng, Zhao Guangyao, Zhang Wenping, Zhou Ronghua, Wu Yongzhen, Wang Haiyang, An Hailong, Jia Jizeng
Abstract excerpt
As one of the three key components of the 'Green Revolution', photoperiod insensitivity is vital for improved adaptation of wheat (Triticum aestivum) cultivars to a wider geographical range. Photoperiod-B1a (Ppd-B1a) is one of the major genes that confers photoperiod insensitivity in 'Green Revolution' varieties, and has made a significant contribution to wheat yield improvement. In this study, we investigated...
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