Maize Mutation (IMAGE)

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

Maize Mutation

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The tip (grey) of a developing ear of maize grows abnormally because of mutations in genes that impact the plant's growth as well as its immune defenses. The ability to control how these genes work in combination, could increase kernel numbers and crop yields.

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Jackson lab/CSHL, 2019

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