About this Research Topic
Mutagenesis has emerged as a pivotal role in accelerating gene function research and facilitating the breeding of crop varieties. Especially in the context of the limited resources for genetic variation. Characterizing the genetic diversity within mutagenized population relies heavily on large-scale screening and identification of genotypic and phenotypic characteristics via the utilization of forward and reverse genetics. The establishment of cutting-edge breeding technology is essential for high through-put phenotype, genotyping and genotype-by-environment screening in expediting the overall breeding process.
In addition, the inherent genetic diversity in plants has greatly enriched the options for crop breeding. Through adopting natural genetic variation in plant domestication, many high-yield crops have been created to address the human’s ever-growing demands for sustainable food. Understanding the mechanisms behind its genetic variation not only aids in creating functional plants for but also enables the development of new varieties that promote sustainable agriculture.
In this Research Topic, we welcome all article types published by Frontiers in Plant Science that dissect the use of forward and reverse genetics and novel breeding technologies as tools in agriculture especially those that focus on:
1. Utility of chemical or physical mutagens in developing novel germplasm resource;
2. High-throughput technology in mutant discrimination and population genotyping;
3. Studies on particular mutant that with superior or special performance on agronomical or horticultural important trait;
4. Application of particular mutant in breeding practice.
In addition, the inherent genetic diversity in plants has greatly enriched the options for crop breeding. Through adopting natural genetic variation in plant domestication, many high-yield crops have been created to address the human’s ever-growing demands for sustainable food. Understanding the mechanisms behind its genetic variation not only aids in creating functional plants for but also enables the development of new varieties that promote sustainable agriculture.
In this Research Topic, we welcome all article types published by Frontiers in Plant Science that dissect the use of forward and reverse genetics and novel breeding technologies as tools in agriculture especially those that focus on:
1. Utility of chemical or physical mutagens in developing novel germplasm resource;
2. High-throughput technology in mutant discrimination and population genotyping;
3. Studies on particular mutant that with superior or special performance on agronomical or horticultural important trait;
4. Application of particular mutant in breeding practice.
Keywords: Mutagenesis, Mutant, High-throughput Genotyping, Allelic variant, Germplasm Resource, Agronomic traits
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