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Understanding the molecular basis of NLR-mediated clubroot resistance in Brassica napus

Posted on 19.01.2023 | Last Modified 19.01.2023
Lead Researcher (PI): Edel Perez-Lopez
Institution: University of Laval
Total WGRF Funding: $287,500
Co-Funders: Saskatchewan Canola Development Commission
Start Date: 2022
Project Length: 5 Years
Objectives:

Identify clubroot-resistance genes of the nucleotide-binding leucine-rich repeat (NLR) family and characterize their mechanisms in existing commercial canola germplasm.