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Correlation analysis of stem hardness traits with fiber and yield-related traits in core collections of Gossypium hirsutum
By
Fan Qin
on
Apr 1, 2021
[Background] Stem hardness is one of the major influencing factors for plant architecture in upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.). Evaluating hardness phenotypic traits is very important for the selection of elite lines for resistance to lodging in Gossypium hirsutum L. Cotton breeders are interested in using diverse genotypes to enhance fiber qua...
Identification, characterization, and expression profiles of the GASA genes in cotton
By
Fan Qin
on
Mar 31, 2021
[Background] GASA (Giberellic Acid Stimulated in Arabidopsis) gene family plays a crucial role in the phytohormone signaling pathway, growth and development, and stress responses in plants. Many GASA homologs have been identified in various plants. Nevertheless, little is known about these proteins in cotton. [Results] In the current study, we i...
Insights into wing dimorphism in worldwide agricultural pest and host-alternating aphid Aphis gossypii
By
Fan Qin
on
Mar 29, 2021
[Background] The worldwide pest Aphis gossypii has three-winged morphs in its life cycle, namely, winged parthenogenetic female (WPF), winged gynopara (GP), and winged male, which are all produced by a wingless parthenogenetic female (WLPF). Most studies on A. gossypii have focused on WPF, while few have investigated GP and male. The shared molecul...
Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of the GhIQD gene family in upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)
By
Fan Qin
on
Mar 29, 2021
[Background] Calmodulin (CaM) is one of the most important Ca2+ signaling receptors because it regulates diverse physiological and biochemical reactions in plants. CaM functions by interacting with CaM-binding proteins (CaMBPs) to modulate Ca2+ signaling. IQ domain (IQD) proteins are plant-specific CaMBPs that bind to CaM by their specific CaM bind...
QTL mapping of agronomic and economic traits for four F2 populations of upland cotton
By
Fan Qin
on
Mar 25, 2021
[Background] Upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) accounts for more than 90% of the annual world cotton output because of its high yield potential. However, yield and fiber quality traits often show negative correlations. We constructed four F2 populations of upland cotton, using two normal lines (4133B and SGK9708) with high yield potential but mode...
COTTON WEBINAR 7th Edition 8.00AM to 10.00AM (ET) 7 April 2021
By
Keshav Kranthi
on
Mar 12, 2021
COTTON WEBINAR 7th Edition, 8.00 to 10.00 AM (Eastern Time) 7 April 2021 Speaker: Dr. Mehboob-ur-Rahman: Topic Genome Assisted Breeding in cotton Speaker: Dr. John Z Yu: Topic: The Power of Cotton Genomics
First Issue of "Cotton Innovations" Newsletter
By
Fiaz Ahmad
on
Mar 11, 2021
Cotton Innovation Vol 1 Issue 1 March 2021
COTTON WEBINAR 6th Edition 3 March 2021
By
Keshav Kranthi
on
Feb 18, 2021
COTTON WEBINAR 6th Edition, 7.00 to 9.00 AM (Eastern Time) 3 March 2021 Speaker: Mr. Allan Williams: Topic The challenges with cotton sustainability Speaker: Dr. Marcelo Paytas: Topic: Is cotton a water guzzling crop? WCRC-WEBINAR-FLYER-3-March-21-V1
Effects of irrigation and planting geometry on cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) fiber quality and seed composition
By
Fan Qin
on
Feb 10, 2021
[Background] Cotton fiber quality and seed composition play vital roles in the economics of cotton production systems and the cottonseed meal industry. This research aimed to examine the effects of different irrigation levels and planting geometries on fiber quality and seed composition of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.). We conducted a 2-year study...
Cotton germplasm improvement and progress in Pakistan
By
Fan Qin
on
Feb 10, 2021
[Abstract] Cotton (Gossypium spp.) contributes significantly to the economy of cotton-producing countries. Pakistan is the fourth-largest producer of cotton after China, the USA and India. The average yield of cotton is about 570.99 kg.hm− 2 in Pakistan. Climate change and different biotic stresses are causing reduction in cotton production. Transg...
Decisions Taken in a Special Executive Committee Meeting held online on 08 January, 2021
By
Fiaz Ahmad
on
Jan 19, 2021
MINUTES OF THE ICRA-EC SPECIAL MEETING 8.00 to 10.00 AM Eastern Time, 8 January 2021 A special online meeting of the ICRA Executive Committee was held at 8.00 to 10.00 AM on 8 January 2021. At the outset, the chair and the ICRA EC members unanimously recorded their deep gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Michel Fok for his commendable contrib...
COTTON WEBINAR 5th EDITION 3 February 2021
By
Keshav Kranthi
on
Jan 15, 2021
COTTON WEBINAR 5th Edition, 8.00 to 10.00 AM (Eastern Time) 3 February 2021 Prof. Jonathan F. Wendel: Topic: Genes, Jeans, and Genomes; what we now know about the Evolution of Gossypium and the Origin of the Polyploids Dr. Edward (Ed) M. Barnes: Topic: Increasing Automation & Robotic Applications in Cotton
Identification of candidate genes controlling fiber quality traits in upland cotton through integration of meta-QTL, significant SNP and transcriptomic data
By
Fan Qin
on
Dec 22, 2020
[Background] Meta-analysis of quantitative trait locus (QTL) is a computational technique to identify consensus QTL and refine QTL positions on the consensus map from multiple mapping studies. The combination of meta-QTL intervals, significant SNPs and transcriptome analysis has been widely used to identify candidate genes in various plants. [Re...
Insect resistance management in Bacillus thuringiensis cotton by MGPS (multiple genes pyramiding and silencing)
By
Fan Qin
on
Dec 22, 2020
[Abstract] The introduction of Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) cotton has reduced the burden of pests without harming the environment and human health. However, the efficacy of Bt cotton has decreased due to field-evolved resistance in insect pests over time. In this review, we have discussed various factors that facilitate the evolution of resistance...
COTTON WEBINARS 6 January 2021
By
Keshav Kranthi
on
Dec 19, 2020
COTTON WEBINARS WCRC-7 Monthly Plenary Lecture Series FOURTH EDITION Time & Date: 8.00 to 10.00 AM (Eastern time, Washington DC) 6 Jan 2021 Prof. Hezhong Dong, Director and Senior Principal Scientist, Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China Topic: ACHIEVING HIGH YIELDS & FINE QUALITY COTTON WITH AGRONOMIC TECHN...
Dr. Michel Fok Resignation
By
M. Rafiq Chaudhry
on
Dec 11, 2020
Dear Researchers; I am extremely shocked on the resignation of Dr. Michel Fok. He was with me from the very beginning for the formation of ICRA. Michel is a big supporter of cooperation among researchers. I found him always coming forward with new ideas and willingness to work with anybody who extended him a hand. His contributions to the work o...
Resignation
By
Michel Foklook
on
Dec 10, 2020
Time has come After having joined the Executive Committee since the inception of ICRA, hence for about ten years, I thought it was time for me to step out as I am at a few months to be retired. So, I have just sent my letter of resignation (mfok_resignation) to the Executive Committee. My decision to leave my position earlier than scheduled...
Genetic map construction and functional characterization of genes within the segregation distortion regions (SDRs) in the F2:3 populations derived from wild cotton species of the D genome
By
Fan Qin
on
Dec 7, 2020
[Background] Segregation distortion (SD) is a common phenomenon among stable or segregating populations, and the principle behind it still puzzles many researchers. The F2:3 progenies developed from the wild cotton species of the D genomes were used to investigate the possible plant transcription factors within the segregation distortion regions (S...
A project worth consideration
on
Dec 4, 2020
An Australian initiative of global relevance The project is called "Intimidation and voice of research scientists" and is self-clear by its title. It is based on a survey that is elaborated and endorsed in the following documents: endorsement letter2-compressed 2020 Participant INFORMATION SHEET-2019459_V2 Participant INFORMATION SHEET-20194...
DOSSIER OF CANDIDATES FOR ELECTION TO ICRA-EC 2021-24
By
Keshav Kranthi
on
Dec 2, 2020
Dear friends, please find the Dossier of the Candidates nominated for election to the ICRA Executive Committee 2021 to 2024. The Ballot papers are being sent to all ICRA members for voting from 2 December to 7 December on SurveyMonkey. Best Regards