This study identifies novel and known genetic loci associated with sorghum root system architecture traits, highlighting their role in drought tolerance and demonstrating the potential of genomic selection for sorghum improvement.
Adaptive Responses of Sorghum to Combined Drought and Salinity Stress: Physiological, Biochemical, and Molecular Insights
Sorghum genotypes exhibit adaptations to combined drought and salinity stress, through enhanced antioxidative defense, osmotic adjustment, and stress-responsive gene expression.
Distinct Roles of Brassinosteroid Receptors BRI1 and BRL3 in Sorghum Drought Tolerance
This study reveals that while brassinosteroid receptors BRI1 and BRL3 both impact drought response, BRL3 promotes drought tolerance in sorghum through osmotic protection, whereas BRI1 signaling is associated with drought susceptibility due to growth-related sensitivities.
Functional Diversity of CYP79A Genes in Sorghum: Roles in Metabolism, Defense, and Adaptation
This study explores the functional diversity of sorghum CYP79A genes, revealing their roles in amino acid metabolism, plant defense, growth regulation, and environmental adaptation.
CSI Seminar Haley Butler, Mar 25 at 11 AM CT
The Center for Sorghum Improvement (CSI) is hosting a virtual seminar given by Haley Butler, from the Peanut and Small Grains Research Unit at the USDA-ARS, on Tuesday, March 25 at 11 AM CT.
Optimizing Intrinsic Water-Use Efficiency in Sorghum: Genetic and Hydraulic Strategies for Drought Resilience
Improving iWUE in sorghum involves balancing water conservation and productivity through genetic traits, particularly aquaporin-linked mechanisms, that enhance photosynthesis and hydraulic efficiency under varying water conditions.
Genetic Insights into Non-photochemical Quenching: Enhancing Photoprotection and Crop Productivity
Plants use non-photochemical quenching (NPQ) to protect themselves from light-induced damage by dissipating excess energy as heat, and genetic studies in crops like maize and sorghum have identified key genes regulating NPQ, offering potential for improving photosynthetic efficiency and yield.
Chromatin, Epigenetics & Gene Expression, CSHL July 22 – Aug. 10
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory is holding the “Chromatin, Epigenetics & Gene Expression” advanced course from July 22 – August 10, 2025.
Impact of Lsi1 Mutation on Lignin Accumulation and Composition in Sorghum: Implications for Bioenergy Crop Development
Researchers showed that mutating the Lsi1 Si transporter in sorghum increases lignin content in mature plants, suggesting a compensatory response for reduced silica that could be useful in developing bioenergy crops with optimized lignin and lower Si content.
The Health Benefits of Sorghum: A Nutrient-Rich, Sustainable Grain
Sorghum, a resilient and nutrient-dense ancient grain, is gaining recognition for its numerous health benefits and potential as a staple food in modern diets.