RMDAP: A Versatile, Ready-To-Use Toolbox for Multigene Genetic Transformation
2011

RMDAP: A Toolbox for Multigene Genetic Transformation

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Author Information

Author(s): Ma Lei Dong, Jiangli Jin, Yongsheng Chen, Mingliang Shen, Xiaoye Wang, Tao

Primary Institution: State Key Laboratory of Agrobiotechnology, College of Biological Sciences, China Agricultural University, Beijing, China

Hypothesis

A multigene transformation strategy for use in plant molecular biology and plant genetic breeding is needed.

Conclusion

The RMDAP platform is an efficient and versatile method for multigene transformation in plants.

Supporting Evidence

  • The RMDAP platform allows for the stacking of multiple genes into a single vector.
  • It incorporates features from existing plant transformation systems to enhance efficiency.
  • The method was validated by successfully transferring several heterologous genes into plant genomes.

Takeaway

This study introduces a new tool that helps scientists add multiple genes to plants at once, making it easier to improve crops.

Methodology

The study describes a multigene transformation method that combines Gateway technology, in vivo Cre/loxP, and recombineering for gene assembly.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1371/journal.pone.0019883

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