Studies on NLR Genes of Cavendish Bananas to Investigate Their Role in Fusarium Wilt Race 1 Resistance
Malhotra, Gunya (2025) Studies on NLR Genes of Cavendish Bananas to Investigate Their Role in Fusarium Wilt Race 1 Resistance. PhD thesis, Queensland University of Technology.
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Banana (Musa spp.) is a crucial global crop, but Fusarium wilt threatens its production, particularly with the spread of tropical race 4 (Foc TR4). This study aimed to uncover the genetic basis of Cavendish banana resistance to Foc race 1 (Foc R1), focusing on NLR genes, key players in plant immunity. A haplotype-resolved NLRome was developed, significantly expanding knowledge of disease resistance genes. Cutting-edge molecular techniques, including CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing and amiRNA gene silencing, were employed to explore their function. This research provides a critical foundation for future breeding and biotechnology efforts to develop disease-resistant banana varieties.
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| ID Code: | 256956 |
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| Item Type: | QUT Thesis (PhD) |
| Supervisor: | James, Anthony, Harding, Robert, & Dale, James |
| Keywords: | Banana, Cavendish, NLR genes, CRISPR-Cas9, amiRNA, Disease resistance, Fusarium wilt, Foc Race 1 |
| DOI: | 10.5204/thesis.eprints.256956 |
| Divisions: | Current > Research Centres > Centre for Agriculture and the Bioeconomy Current > QUT Faculties and Divisions > Faculty of Science Current > Schools > School of Biology & Environmental Science |
| Institution: | Queensland University of Technology |
| Deposited On: | 01 May 2025 16:03 |
| Last Modified: | 01 May 2025 16:03 |
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