Weichang Wu

Modern Agricultural Research Center, Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
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Triticeae Genomics and Genetics, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 1   doi: 10.5376/tgg.2024.15.0002
Received: 10 Dec., 2023    Accepted: 18 Jan., 2024    Published: 30 Jan., 2024

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Wu W.C., 2024, Genetic diversity and molecular marker discovery of adaptive traits in Triticeae crops, Triticeae Genomics and Genetics, 15(1): 10-18 (doi: 10.5376/tgg.2024.15.0002)

Triticeae crops, including wheat, barley and rye, are of concern because of their important role in the global food supply, and their adaptive traits, such as drought, salt and alkali tolerance and disease resistance, are key determinants of their productivity and stability. The formation of adaptive traits is affected by many environmental and genetic factors, and its genetic diversity is of great significance to the adaptive ability and genetic improvement of Triticeae crops. This study summarized the genetic diversity of adaptive traits in Triticeae crops and its evaluation methods. In particular, the use of molecular marker technologies such as single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) and simple sequence repeat (SSR) in the assessment and utilization of these traits, Molecular markers not only reveal the complexity of genetic diversity, but also accelerate the study of genes associated with adaptive traits, providing a powerful tool for molecular assisted breeding. Bioinformatics methods combined with molecular markers will further promote the study of adaptive traits of Triticeae crops, and provide a scientific basis for coping with climate change and improving food security.

Triticeae crops; Adaptive traits; Genetic diversity; Molecular marker; Bioinformatics