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News Release 06-139
NSF Supports 24 New Projects to Get at the Root of How Genes Control Plant Growth
Genome-enabled plant biology extends knowledge from model systems to economically important crops and development of novel genomic research tools
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The barrel medic, or Medicago is used as a model in genetic studies for legumes, a plant family that includes soybeans, peanuts, peas and alfalfa.
Credit: Zina Deretsky, National Science Foundation
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Rice has a "no frills" genome and a short life cycle that makes genetic studies feasible. It is a model organism for the cereals.
Credit: Nicolle Rager Fuller, National Science Foundation
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The Brassicas or cabbage family are being studied to see how their gene networks function to detect light cues and trigger floral development.
Credit: Zina Deretsky, National Science Foundation
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