Rice–wheat comparative genomics: Gains and gaps

• DOI: 10.1016/j.cj.2023.10.008
• Publication Date: 2023-11-11T04:51:00Z
• Authors: Akila Wijerathna-...; Ruchi Bishnoi; Buddhini Ranawaka; Manu Maya Magar; Hafeez Ur Rehman; Swati G. Bharad; Michal T. Lorenc; Vinita Ramtekey; Sasha Gohar; Charu Lata; Md. Harun-Or-Rashid; Maryam Razzaq; Muhammad Sajjad; Bhoja R. Basnet
• Keywords: Comparative Genomics; Functional Genomics; Homology; Common wheat; Molecular breeding

Rice and wheat provide nearly 40% of human calorie protein requirements. They share a common ancestor belong to the Poaceae (grass) family. Characterizing their genetic homology is crucial for developing new cultivars with enhanced traits. Several genes gene families have been characterized based on rice orthologs. Rice–wheat orthology can identify regions that regulate similar traits in both crops. comparative genomics candidate genomic region identified by association or QTL mapping, deduce putative functions biochemical pathways, develop molecular markers marker-assisted breeding. A knowledge facilitates transfer between crops associated desirable engineering, editing, wide crossing.