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Generation of canola lines with increased heat and drought tolerance by regulating phospholipid: diacylglycerol acyltransferase activity

Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Guanqun Chen
Institution: University of Alberta
Total WGRF Funding: $137,228
Co-Funders: Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date: 2022
Project Length: 3 Years
Objectives:

Evaluate canola lines with distinct modifications in BnPDAT1 under heat and drought stress during flowering , and to identify additional candidate genes related to heat and drought stress.