Yuxin Zhu

Hier Rice Research Center, Hainan Institute of Tropical Agricultural Resources, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
Cotton Genomics and Genetics, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 4   
Received: 06 Jul., 2024    Accepted: 13 Aug., 2024    Published: 29 Aug., 2024

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Chromosomal inversions play a significant role in the evolutionary dynamics of plant genomes, including cotton. This study draws on recent genomic research to explore the evolutionary patterns of chromosomal inversions in cotton. Chromosomal inversions are widespread among various plant taxa and are often associated with locally favored traits and assortative mating, indicating their role in adaptation and speciation. In cotton, comparative genomic analyses reveal a complex evolutionary history, including an ancient polyploidy and extensive chromosomal rearrangements that have shaped the current genome structure. High-density genetic linkage maps have identified specific chromosomal inversions and translocations, further elucidating structural genomic changes within cotton. This study synthesizes current knowledge on the origin, frequency, and evolutionary significance of chromosomal inversions in cotton, providing insights into their contribution to genome evolution and adaptation.

Cotton germplasm; Biotic stress resistance; Fusarium wilt; Genomic tools; Sustainable breeding