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‘Perfect potato’ designed thanks to unearthed genetic diversity

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Potato genomes that contain the complete sequences from both sets of chromosomes uncover the deleterious variations previously hidden in genomes disclosed for only one set of chromosomes. An ideal set of genes was designed computationally by combining desirable sequences from different potato varieties. This ideal genotype could guide the breeding of hybrid potatoes. The genome of a hypothetical super tuber is predicted using a phased potato pangenome.

Source: Nature

DOI: 10.1038/d41586-025-00187-z

Language: English

Topic: Chromosomal and Genetic Variations

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $12,690

OpenAlex ID: W4408245084

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