Brachypodium Genetics and the Analysis of Metaxylem Development

by Lauren Sarko
Brachypodium acts as a model plant species for root trait studies. This small annual grass serves as a surrogate for studies of rice, allowing investigation into monocotyledon root development in relation to crop development. We utilize Brachypodium to examine metaxylem candidate genes to determine their impact on the metaxylem development. Using this information, we are developing an understanding between the correlation between genes that affect metaxylem formation to ultimately influence drought tolerance in rice.
Major: 
Biology
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Kathleen Brown , Professor of Plant Stress Biology
Poster Number: 
134