Pentatricopeptide repeat (PPR) proteins constitute one of the largest protein families in land
plants, with more than 400 members in most species. Over the past decade, much has been …

In plants, male sterility can be caused either by mitochondrial genes with coupled nuclear
genes or by nuclear genes alone; the resulting conditions are known as cytoplasmic male …

Key message A comprehensive understanding of CMS/Rf system enabled by modern omics
tools and technologies considerably improves our ability to harness hybrid technology for …

Pentatricopeptide repeat (PPR) proteins are RNA-binding proteins that are particularly
prevalent in terrestrial plants. Although the PPR protein family was only recognized eight …

The increasing cost of energy and finite oil and gas reserves has created a need to develop
alternative fuels from renewable sources. Currently, the development of a renewable …

Mitochondrial function depends on the coordinate action of nuclear and mitochondrial
genomes. The genetic dissection of these interactions presents special challenges in …

Key message The importance and potential of the multi-purpose crop sorghum in global
food security have not yet been fully exploited, and the integration of the state-of-art …

The cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) phenotype in plants can be reversed by the action of
nuclear-encoded fertility restorer (Rf) genes. The molecular mechanism involved in Rf gene …

Sorghum is an important source of food, feed, and biofuel, especially in the semi-arid tropics
because this cereal is well adapted to harsh, drought-prone environments. Post-flowering …

Background Analyses of speciation genes–genes that contribute to the cessation of gene
flow between populations–can offer clues regarding the ecological settings, evolutionary …