Functional validation of Brassica napus genes related to clubroot resistance through high-throughput CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing
Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Wei Xiao
Institution:
University of Saskatchewan
Total WGRF Funding:
$216,500
Co-Funders:
Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date:
2022
Project Length:
3 Years
Objectives:
Validate function of clubroot resistance related genes and understand molecular mechanisms of clubroot resistance/susceptibility. Establish a high-throughput CRISPR/Cas9-based editing platform in B.napus.