Recent studies have been successful in elucidating the genetic contributions underpinning the tolerance of some sorghum lines for low phosphorus conditions. Gladman and colleagues studied the environmental influence on how those genes work, known as epigenetics, under limiting phosphorus.
Researchers in Ethiopia Map QTLs for Stem Sugar and Stem Diameter in Sorghum
Scientists identify QTLs for average sugar content (oBrix) and stem diameter under both favorable rainy environmental conditions and unfavorable dry off-season conditions.
Physiological and Transcriptomic changes under Salt Stress in ‘Sodamchal’, a Korean Line of Sorghum
‘Sodamchal’, a line of Korean sorghum known for its salt sensitivity, was subjected to salt-stress. Physiological and transcriptomic changes were investigated to identify good candidates for stress indicators and candidate genes for the salt stress group.
Whole-genome sequencing of 400 Sorghum Association Panel (SAP) accessions establishes a crucial resource for dissecting genomic diversity in sorghum
Boatwright and coworkers generated about 44 million genetic variants in 400 SAP accessions using whole-genome sequencing.
Sorghum Gene Locus Confers Resistance to Colletotrichum sublineola and Other Fungi
Whole-genome resequencing of recombinant inbred lines (RILs) that were products of crosses between Colletotrichum sublineola (Cs)-resistant lines and Cs susceptible lines identified a locus that confers Cs resistance as well as resistance to other fungi.
Whole-genome resequencing of S. bicolor x S. halepense Cross Results in Increased Coverage of the Whole Chromosome and Presents New Targets for Future Research
Researchers used whole genome resequencing to “harness” the diversity and perenniality inherent in the wild Sorghum halepense line. The better variant distribution pattern in the present study opens up the opportunity for boosting gene and major marker discovery, particularly in the pericentromeric regions, on which there is little information.
New Tool for Gene Co-Expression and Visualization in Sorghum and Barley
Researchers from Ohio University developed PlantNexus, a gene co-expression network (GCN) and visualization interface for sorghum and barley. The gene functions and regulatory mechanisms that GCNs could help study are of fundamental importance in increasing nutrients and yield.
Mechanisms Behind the Differential Response of Two Inbred Sorghum Lines to Soil Salinity
RIO and SN005, two inbred sorghum lines that are representatative of salt-tolerant and intolerant breeds respectively, showed significant differences in transcription factor (TFs) expression and secondary metabolic pathways and hormone signaling pathways in the first two hours after the salt treatment.
Analysis of MAPK cascade Genes Indicates Possible Gene Pathways for Water Stress Regulation
Researchers conducted the first genome-wide analysis of MARKK and MAPKK genes in sorghum. The researchers hypothesize that SbMPK14, SbMAPKKK39, and SbMAPKKK47 are critical genes in water stress tolerance in sorghum.
Investigation into Sorghum Domestication Based on End Uses
Researchers genetically assessed 445 diverse sorghum lines and confirmed significant phenotypic differences based on end uses and evidence of frequent exchanges of genetic information between wild and cultivated lines and among subpopulations. SbTB1, associated with lateral branching, and its association with Sb1, the gene for seed shattering, were investigated to further the understanding of sorghum’s domestication.