2015
Molecular genetics, transformation, marker assisted selection: Use of LUCI1 to manipulate seed composition
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Contributor/Checkoff:
Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council
Category:
Sustainable Production
Keywords:
GeneticsGenomicsSeed quality
Parent Project:
This is the first year of this project.
Lead Principal Investigator:
Sue Gibson, University of Minnesota
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Contributing Organization (Checkoff):
Minnesota Soybean Research and Promotion Council
(n/a)
Institution Funded:
University of Minnesota
(n/a)
Brief Project Summary:

Seed composition is one of the most important determinants of the economic value of seed crops. Despite the importance of this trait, little is known about the molecular mechanisms responsible for controlling seed composition or yield. In particular, little is known about the genes involved in regulating seed composition. In previous research we used a model oilseed plant, Arabidopsis thaliana, to identify the LUCI1 gene. LUCI1 is a strong candidate to play an important role in regulating seed composition and, possibly, yield.

The overall goal of this project is to test the effects of altering LUCI1 activity on seed composition and yield in soybean. Transgenic soybean lines carrying...

Unique Keywords:
#seed composition
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