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UK funding (£200,784): A simple, genome-editable technology for inducing steeper, deeper root growth in crops Ukri 1 Sept 2019 UK Research and Innovation, United Kingdom
Overview
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A simple, genome-editable technology for inducing steeper, deeper root growth in crops
| Abstract | This project builds directly on a BBSRC grant and PhD project that resulted in the discovery of a single, dominant point mutation in a gene regulating root growth angle causing more vertical lateral roots in the model plant Arabidopsis. This mutation is in a region of the gene that is conserved across many plant species and has the potential to be used to alter root architectures of many important crops. Root traits have a direct bearing on crop productivity via water and nutrient uptake making them an ideal high-value target for breeding/ biotechnological approaches to crop improvement. It is known that steeper roots improve water and nitrogen uptake in crop species, potentially increasing yields from lower input farming and under sub-optimal climate and soil conditions. This project will translate our findings into wheat as a proof of concept study in crops. Obtaining this proof of concept will provide vital data for patent filing and subsequent commercial exploitation. |
| Category | Research Grant |
| Reference | BB/S018824/1 |
| Status | Closed |
| Funded period start | 01/09/2019 |
| Funded period end | 28/02/2022 |
| Funded value | £200,784.00 |
| Source | https://gtr.ukri.org/projects?ref=BB%2FS018824%2F1 |
Participating Organisations
| University of Leeds |
The filing refers to a past date, and does not necessarily reflect the current state. The latest known state is available on the following page: University of Leeds, LS2 9JT Leeds.