The translatability of genetic networks from model to crop species: lessons from the past and perspectives for the future

Comparative analyses of growth-regulatory mechanisms between Arabidopsis and maize revealed that even when the gene space is conserved, the translation of knowledge from model species to crops is not trivial. Based on these insights, we formulate future opportunities to improve the interpretation of curiosity-driven research towards crop improvement.

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Comparative analyses of growth-regulatory mechanisms between Arabidopsis and maize show that transferring knowledge from model species to crops is not straightforward even when gene space is conserved. Based on these insights, future opportunities to enhance the interpretation of curiosity-driven research towards crop improvement are formulated.