Data di Pubblicazione:
2023
Citazione:
Unlocking the Secret to Higher Crop Yield: The Potential for Histone Modifications / W. Fang, C. Fasano, G. Perrella. - In: PLANTS. - ISSN 2223-7747. - 12:8(2023), pp. 1712.1-1712.16. [10.3390/plants12081712]
Abstract:
Histone modifications are epigenetic mechanisms, termed relative to genetics, and they
refer to the induction of heritable changes without altering the DNA sequence. It is widely known that
DNA sequences precisely modulate plant phenotypes to adapt them to the changing environment;
however, epigenetic mechanisms also greatly contribute to plant growth and development by altering
chromatin status. An increasing number of recent studies have elucidated epigenetic regulations on
improving plant growth and adaptation, thus making contributions to the final yield. In this review,
we summarize the recent advances of epigenetic regulatory mechanisms underlying crop flowering
efficiency, fruit quality, and adaptation to environmental stimuli, especially to abiotic stress, to ensure
crop improvement. In particular, we highlight the major discoveries in rice and tomato, which are
two of the most globally consumed crops. We also describe and discuss the applications of epigenetic
approaches in crop breeding programs.
Tipologia IRIS:
01 - Articolo su periodico
Keywords:
histone modifications; rice; tomato; stress resistance; crop yield improvement
Elenco autori:
W. Fang, C. Fasano, G. Perrella
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