Project Number: 3622-21000-020-00
Project Type: Appropriated

Start Date: Mar 20, 2001
End Date: Mar 19, 2006

Objective:
Obtain basic biochemical and genetic information on soybean seed composition (proteins and oils) and development, and develop techniques for improving seed quality of soybean germplasm for added value in emerging specialty markets.

Approach:
Research will apply biochemical, molecular, genetic, and genomic approaches to develop a fundamental understanding of important seed/embryo components and development pathways. Identify and characterize genes, both qualitative and quantitative, affecting seed composition of soybeans, particularly genes controlling modification and interactions of the oil and protein fractions. Understanding of the seed composition biochemistry and genetics will facilitate manipulation of seed composition through marker-assisted selection and breeding leading to improved germplasm.

Project Team

Miernyk, Jan Bilyeu, Kristin Darrah, Larry Krishnan, Hari Beuselinck, Paul

Project Annual Reports

FY 2003   FY 2002   FY 2001

Related National Programs

Plant Biological and Molecular Processes (302)

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