The giant diploid faba genome unlocks variation in a global protein crop
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Published in Nature · View the paper (DOI)
The faba bean genome has been fully sequenced for the first time, providing a genetic toolkit for breeding lines with beneficial traits. This achievement aims to improve nutritional content and sustainability of production, with a focus on increasing UK-grown pulses and promoting plant-based diets.
Coverage from 4 institutions
- Genes in beans! Bean genome sequenced for improved nutrition University of Reading · Mar 8, 2023 · first to report
- The giant faba bean genome decoded Aarhus University · Mar 9, 2023
- Researchers have revealed the giant genome of faba bean, unlocking the potential of a global protein crop University of Helsinki · Mar 10, 2023
- The giant faba bean genome finally sequenced INRAE - National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment · Mar 23, 2023