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Investigating seed dormancy in the model temperate grass, Brachypodium distachyon

Seed dormancy is an attribute in plants that delays seed germination. In economically significant crops like wheat and barley, this trait is mainly lost due to artificial selection. This can result in pre-harvest sprouting of grains on the plant. To study this in detail, we will make use of the genetic model system Brachypodium distachyon. Brachypodium shows strong dormancy and diversity in dormancy. In this project, we will use the forward genetics (next-generation mapping) approach to identify novel regulators of gain and loss of seed dormancy in Brachypodium. Furthermore, these regulators will be characterized using CRISPR induced mutations. In addition, the effect of different candidate factors will be evaluated which are already known to control seed dormancy.

Date:11 Oct 2021 →  Today
Keywords:Seed Dormancy, Brachypodium
Disciplines:Plant cell and molecular biology
Project type:PhD project