One gene's shattering effects

Nat Genet. 2012 May 29;44(6):616-7. doi: 10.1038/ng.2289.

Abstract

A new study shows that three independent mutations in the Sh1 gene, which encodes a YABBY transcription factor, gave rise to the non-shattering seed phenotype in domesticated sorghum. This same gene may have also had a role in the domestication of other cereals, including maize and rice.

Publication types

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MeSH terms

  • Edible Grain / genetics*
  • Genes, Plant*