Seed longevity is a central pivot of the preservation of biodiversity, being of main importance
to face the challenges linked to global climate change and population growth. This complex …

Proteomics approaches have been a useful tool for determining the biological roles and
functions of individual proteins and identifying the molecular mechanisms that govern seed …

Seed longevity is the most important trait related to the management of gene banks because
it governs the regeneration cycle of seeds. Thus, seed longevity is a quantitative trait. Prior to …

The length of time for which seed lots maintain their viability and vigour in storage has
become a trait of interest for rice and other crop and model species. However, different …

Abstract Background and Aims Understanding variation in seed longevity, especially within
closely related germplasm, will lead to better understanding of the molecular basis of this …

High seed vigor is important for agricultural production due to the associated potential for
increased growth and productivity. However, a better understanding of the underlying …

Seeds are involved in the transmission of microorganisms from one plant generation to the
next and consequently act as reservoirs for the plant microbiota. The driving processes …

Genebanks are entrusted with the storage, preservation and distribution of crop germplasm.
Seed longevity is an important character in this context, but little is known regarding its …

Background Seed aging in soybean is a serious challenge for agronomic production and
germplasm preservation. However, its genetic basis remains largely unclear in soybean …

Seed aging during storage results in loss of vigor and germination ability due to the
accumulation of damage by oxidation reactions. Experimental aging tests, for instance to …