Plant Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
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Plant Biotechnology and Bioinformatics. Contact: https://t.co/7jMiDcnRoT #PlantGenomics #SpecializedMetabolites #SynBio
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Joined March 2021
Leaving Twitter for obvious reasons #eXit BlueSky: https://t.co/A2yIAydpFm LinkedIn: @PuckerLab Web:
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Investigation of the R2R3-MYB gene family in chickpea with collaborators at Bielefeld University and NIPGR: https://t.co/fZXMz4A2ZO
#MYBs #Evolution 7/🧵
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Planta - We identified 119 typical CaMYB encoding genes and reveal the major components of the proanthocyanidin regulatory network. CaPARs emerged as promising targets for genetic engineering...
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Molecular and physiological characterization of brassinosteroid receptor BRI1 mutants in Sorghum bicolor Rico-Medina et al. @cragenomica 📖 https://t.co/kiZmAMNWWn
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A genomic region linked to tolerance against beet cyst nematodes (BCN), a major sugar beet pest, was identified. A cluster of NLP7-like genes appear to play a crucial role - opening doors for BCN-resistant cultivars! 🌱🧬 https://t.co/N7XgVnFFjR
#PlantScience #Genomics 20/🧵
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BMC Genomics - Infection by beet cyst nematodes (BCN, Heterodera schachtii) causes a serious disease of sugar beet, and climatic change is expected to improve the conditions for BCN infection....
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Vaccinium species are not just tasty—they're packed with flavonoids that boost health & color! 🌿🔬 Recent advances in genomics are unlocking the secrets of these superfruits, paving the way for better berries! 🫐 https://t.co/UQRNigZLg8
#PlantScience #Genomics #Flavonoids 11/🧵
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Abstract. The genus Vaccinium L. (Ericaceae) contains premium berryfruit crops, including blueberry, cranberry, bilberry, and lingonberry. Consumption of V
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🍌 Bananas with a health boost? This study uncovers key transcription factors regulating anthocyanin biosynthesis in bananas! By decoding the MBW complex, the way for anthocyanin-packed bananas is paved: https://t.co/tnvRFgZz7a 🌱🔬 #BananaScience #Anthocyanins #Biotech 12/🧵
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BMC Research Notes - Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world, providing food security and employment opportunities in several developing countries. Increasing the anthocyanin...
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🌿❄️ In the freezing, UV-intense Himalayas, Rheum nobile developed specialized leaves that trap warmth and filter light — creating mini-greenhouses. Genome analysis uncovers genetic networks behind this adaptation: https://t.co/dd924kSik3
#Evolution #Botany #Genomics 14/🧵
nature.com
Communications Biology - A high-quality genome assembly and phylogenetic analysis for the glasshouse plant, Rheum nobile, shed light on its evolutionary history and ability to adapt to intensive UV...
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Great Postdoc job, fascinating biological system. Study evolution in action based on large-scale sequence data - check it out!
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Plants are molecular goldmines! 🌿🔬 New advances in plant genomics unlock their medicinal potential by mapping biosynthetic genes. A data-driven revolution for drug discovery! 🚀 https://t.co/o12CftQEh1
#Genomics #MedicinalPlants #Biotech 15/🧵
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BMC Genomics - Recent developments in plant genomics have enabled a comprehensive analysis of the medicinal potential of plants based on their gene repertoire. Genes of biosynthesis pathways can be...
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🌱 @denbiOffice 🌱 will be supporting the @PLANT2030 "Introduction to #Bioinformatics" Spring School for early-stage #PlantScientists. Join us at @LeibnizIPK in Gatersleben from May 13-16! For more details, visit: https://t.co/g0HKM2yzzX 🌿 #PlantScience #Bioinformatics
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A first genomic look at Ceratophyllum submersum, a plant thriving in eutrophic waters. This study assembled its plastome, shedding light on its evolution: https://t.co/qxFhCIytGD
#Genomics #Eutrophication #PlantScience 16/🧵
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BMC Research Notes - Eutrophication poses a mounting concern in today’s world. Ceratophyllum submersum L. is one of many plants capable of living in eutrophic conditions, therefore it could...
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Ecstatic to share that the hard work of the @AgBioData data reuse WG is out today in @GigaScience! Read to learn about the R in FAIR ♻️ #Bioinformatics #DataScientists #agriculture #datareuse
https://t.co/YXFH4i4hom
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Boosting data literacy through hands-on genomics: Students dive into DNA sequencing, genome assembly, and gene annotation - gaining real-world skills while leading their own research projects: https://t.co/PkdmVcvEoa
#Genomics #DataLiteracy #STEMEducation 21/🧵
degruyterbrill.com
With an ever increasing amount of research data available, it becomes constantly more important to possess data literacy skills to benefit from this valuable resource. An integrative course was...
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Meet bHLH_annotator - a Python-based pipeline for automated functional annotation of bHLH transcription factors! It streamlines phylogenetic classification, detects key motifs, & enhances genome-wide studies in plants: https://t.co/myBl9hd60A 🌱💡 #Genomics #Bioinformatics 22/🧵
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BMC Genomics - The bHLH transcription factor family is named after the basic helix-loop-helix (bHLH) domain that is a characteristic element of their members. Understanding the function and...
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🌿🎨🧬 How were anthocyanins replaced by betalains? Multiple independent losses of the central anthocyanin synthesis gene TT19 and disruptions in the key regulatory complex: https://t.co/1y6L7flmYo
#Evolution #Pigments #PlantScience 24/🧵
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In this study, we investigate the genetic mechanisms responsible for the loss of anthocyanins in betalain-pigmented Caryophyllales, considering our hypothesis of multiple transitions to betalain...
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🌿🧬 On the future of plant genomics: From long-read sequencing to AI-powered functional annotation, this review explores the latest breakthroughs & key challenges in decoding plant genomes. Contains curated list of tools! https://t.co/pIhb3KQx6W
#Genomics #Bioinformatics 26/🧵
preprints.org
This review provides an overview of advancements in plant genomics, emphasizing key stages in genomics projects and addressing associated challenges. Long read sequencing enables the cost-effective...
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🎨🌿 What drives color variation in plants? A large-scale analysis across flowering plants reveals that MYB transcription factors are the most common culprits behind anthocyanin loss! 🌺🧬 https://t.co/YSrkWNNckQ
#Genomics #PlantEvolution #Anthocyanins 27/🧵
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BMC Plant Biology - Anthocyanins are important contributors to coloration across a wide phylogenetic range of plants. Biological functions of anthocyanins span from reproduction to protection...
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🧬🔍 Introducing NAVIP – a new tool for predicting variant impacts more accurately! Unlike traditional methods, NAVIP considers the effect of neighboring variants within coding sequences: https://t.co/1bZH9He4K9
#Genomics #Bioinformatics #VariantCalling 30/🧵
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Once a suitable reference sequence has been generated, intra-species variation is often assessed by re-sequencing. Variant calling processes can reveal all differences between strains, accessions,...
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🌱🔬 Maximizing data reuse in agricultural genomics! Key challenges - metadata gaps, interoperability, access barriers - and proposes solutions to unlock the full potential of genomic data. 🚀🌾 https://t.co/HIhfTYx7Tz
#Genomics #OpenScience 29/🧵
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Abstract. The scientific community has long benefited from the opportunities provided by data reuse. Recognizing the need to identify the challenges and bo
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