Scientists develop "super-pangenome" method to enhance crop resilience against climate change.

Scientists are exploring a new method, "super-pangenome," to strengthen and increase the resilience of crops in the face of climate change and other challenges. By using pangenomics, researchers aim to capture every gene a species has access to, drawing from the diverse genetic traits of wild relatives of domesticated crops. This method allows identification of genes that can help crops adapt to environmental stresses, such as drought, saline soils, and extreme temperatures, potentially improving food security worldwide.

August 13, 2024
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