Use of CRISPR systems in plant genome editing: Toward new opportunities in agriculture

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Abstract

Initially discovered in bacteria and archaea, CRISPR-Cas9 is an adaptive immune system found in prokaryotes. In 2012, scientists found a way to use it as a genome editing tool. In 2013, its application in plants was successfully achieved. This breakthrough has opened up many new opportunities for researchers, including the opportunity to gain a better understanding of plant biological systems more quickly. The present study reviews agricultural applications related to the use of CRISPR systems in plants from 52 peerreviewed articles published since 2014. Based on this literature review, the main use of CRISPR systems is to achieve improved yield performance, biofortification, biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, with rice (Oryza sativa) being the most studied crop.

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Ricroch, A., Clairand, P., & Harwood, W. (2017, November 1). Use of CRISPR systems in plant genome editing: Toward new opportunities in agriculture. Emerging Topics in Life Sciences. Portland Press Ltd. https://doi.org/10.1042/ETLS20170085

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