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What are the traits being targeted for genetic modification?

April 26, 2017genetic modification traits

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What are the traits being targeted for genetic modification?

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Presently Osmotin gene is being used for development of transformation protocols. Osmotin gene has been reported to enhance tolerance to salt stress and disease. Eucalyptus is used as a raw material for paper and pulp industry. Genetic modification of lignin and cellulose profiles would be attempted once routine transformation of Eucalyptus is achieved.