Ding Ding IVY

Institute of Life Sciences, Jiyang College of Zhejiang A&F University, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
Rice Genomics and Genetics, 2025, Vol. 16, No. 2   
Received: 23 Feb., 2025    Accepted: 08 Apr., 2025    Published: 23 Apr., 2025

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Rice (Oryza sativa L.) serves as a crucial staple food for over half of the global population and stands as a model organism for monocotyledon genomics research. Recent advancements in functional genomics have significantly enhanced the understanding of the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying key agronomic traits in rice. Over the past decade, more than 2 000 genes associated with important traits such as yield, stress resistance, and nutrient use efficiency have been cloned and characterized. The development of comprehensive genomic resources, including large mutant libraries, global expression profiles, and extensive resequencing data, has accelerated gene discovery and functional analysis. The integration of these resources into platforms like the funRiceGenes database has facilitated the systematic characterization of rice genes, enabling more targeted breeding strategies. Furthermore, innovative tools such as the CRISPR Applicable Functional Redundancy Inspector (CAFRI-Rice) are addressing challenges like functional redundancy, thereby streamlining functional genomics research. The focus will be on leveraging these genomic insights to develop Green Super Rice varieties that combine high yield with sustainability, addressing the pressing need for increased food production in the face of global challenges.

Rice (Oryza sativa L.); Functional genomics; Gene cloning; Agronomic traits; Genomic resources