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Main conclusion
This review describes the potential use of two novel transformation methodologies, GRF-GIF and GRF-GIF-BBM, for improving the regeneration efficiency of genome-edited recalcitrant plants.
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Abbreviations
- BBM:
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BABY BOOM
- GGB:
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GRF-GIF-BABY BOOM
- GIF:
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GRF-INTERACTING FACTOR
- GRF:
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GROWTH-REGULATING FACTOR
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Yarra, R., Krysan, P.J. GRF-GIF duo and GRF-GIF-BBM: novel transformation methodologies for enhancing regeneration efficiency of genome-edited recalcitrant crops. Planta 257, 60 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00425-023-04096-1
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