Researchers develop novel gene expression-based plant regeneration approach without the application of plant growth regulators (IMAGE)

Chiba University

Researchers develop novel gene expression-based plant regeneration approach without the application of plant growth regulators

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Conventional plant regeneration techniques require the application of plant growth regulators, like hormones, which can be species-specific and laborious. In a new study, researchers have developed a novel system of plant regeneration by modulating the function and the expression of genes involved in plant cell dedifferentiation (cell proliferation) and redifferentiation (organogenesis). 

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Associate Professor Tomoko Igawa, Chiba University, Japan

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