Successfully decode the genome of soybeans

On January 13, scientists decoded the soybean genome. This is a 15-year study of 18 organizations, mostly of the United States.

The US Department of Agriculture's press release published in the "Natural" scientific journal said after decoding 85% of the 1.1 billion base pairs in soybean genetic structure, scientists have confirmed 46,000 genes were identified, including basic genes involved in water, sunlight, carbon dioxide (CO ₂ ) metabolism, nitriding and minerals into energy and protein.

Most notable is the discovery of the gene for resistance to Asian rust, a disease that often destroys 80% of the crop. The second important finding relates to the prospect of bio-oil production from soybeans.

Ms Molly Jahn, US Department of Agriculture official said the result of decoding the soybean genome will help people understand more deeply, thereby finding ways to improve yields and preventive capacity for plants located. in the world's most important food group.

Previously, scientists decoded the genome of rice, corn and grapes./.