In this article we will discuss about the viral resistance in transgenic plants. Plant viruses are the potential candidate in affecting crop yield. Several conventional methods such as breeding for resistance, heat treatment are enforced to combat viral menace. Production of genetically modified plants with improved resistance to viral disease is one of the key goals in plant biotechnology. Protection [...]
In this article we will discuss about the definition of terminator technology. Terminator technology has attracted strong public attention when patent (US patent No. 5,723,765) was issued to Delta and Pine land co. (Mississippi, USA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This new technology designed to preclude unauthorised seed saving by farmers. In other words, terminator genes prevent crops [...]
Pathogenesis related proteins are the class of proteins produced by plants against pathogen attack. These proteins play a crucial role in plant defence against pathogen. Expression of PR genes is not only due to pathogen attack but also takes place by abiotic stress such as wounding, osmotic stress, UV light and oxidation stress. Several plant parts such as root flowers, [...]