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An assessment of standing ability in peas: analysis of stem strength and tissue architecture

ReferenceBBS/E/J/00001127
Principal Investigator / Supervisor Professor Trevor Wang
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution John Innes Centre
DepartmentJohn Innes Centre Department
Funding typeResearch
Value (£) 81,424
StatusCompleted
TypeInstitute Project
Start date 01/04/1998
End date 31/12/2004
Duration81 months

Abstract

This project aims to identify characters contributing to standing ability in peas by analysing in detail cell wall components and stem architecture. It uses a multidisciplinary approach using morphological, chemical, physical, microscopical (including infrared microspectroscopy) techniques coupled to genetic variation with the ultimate goal of identifying the genetic basis of straw strength. From the information acquired in the project, it should be possible in the future to carry out the biorational manipulation of standing ability by conventional plant breeding or by genetic manipulation to the benefit of pea growers and users in the food and feed industries.

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Committee Closed Committee - Agri-food (AF)
Research TopicsX – not assigned to a current Research Topic
Research PriorityX – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative X - not in an Initiative
Funding SchemeX – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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