Lan Zhou , Long Jiang

College of Agriculture, Jilin Agricultural Science and Technology University, Jilin, 132101, Jilin, China
Author    Correspondence author
Maize Genomics and Genetics, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 5   
Received: 15 Aug., 2024    Accepted: 26 Sep., 2024    Published: 13 Oct., 2024

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High-throughput sequencing (HTS) technologies have revolutionized maize breeding by enabling precise genomic analysis and the identification of beneficial traits. This review explores the impact of HTS on maize, highlighting its role in discovering quantitative trait loci (QTL), genes, and alleles that contribute to crop improvement. The integration of multi-omics approaches, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, has significantly advanced our understanding of maize's response to abiotic stresses. HTS has facilitated the assembly of complex genomes, identification of genetic variations, and the development of molecular markers for precision breeding. Despite challenges such as data analysis and cost, HTS remains a cornerstone in the pursuit of enhanced maize productivity and resilience.

High-throughput sequencing (HTS); Maize breeding; Multi-omics; Quantitative trait loci (QTL); Abiotic stress tolerance