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The genetic and molecular basis of cytoplasmic male sterility and fertility restoration in rice

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Abstract

Cytoplasmic male sterility (CMS) is a maternally inherited characteristic found in many (>150) plant species. CMS/restoration systems are useful tools for hybrid seed production, and are ideal models for study of the interactions between nuclear and mitochondrial genomes. CMS/restoration systems in rice have been widely used for hybrid seed production, greatly contributing to the food supply. This article reviews the progress of the studies on the genetic and molecular basis of cytoplasmic male sterility and fertility restoration in rice.

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Guo, J., Liu, Y. The genetic and molecular basis of cytoplasmic male sterility and fertility restoration in rice. Chin. Sci. Bull. 54, 2404–2409 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11434-009-0322-0

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