An iterative gene editing strategy broadens eIF4E1 genetic diversity in Solanum lycopersicum and generates resistance to several potyvirus isolates
K. Kuroiwa, B. Danilo, L. Perrot, C. Thenault, F. Veillet, F. Delacote, P. Duchateau, F. Nogue, M. Mazier, j.-l. Gallois
The paper uses genome editing to generate genetic diversity in eIF4E1 of tomato, resulting in resistance to multiple potyviruses without impairing translation function.
bioRxiv · Jul 19, 2022Plant Biology