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Molecular dissection of systemic regulation of nodulation in legumes (2019–2023)

Abstract:
Legume plants can increase crop productivity and improve agricultural sustainability by forming specialised root nodules that house nitrogen-fixing rhizobia bacteria. This project aims to discover and characterise critical new factors that control legume nodule numbers. An integrative and multidisciplinary approach will be used to conclusively identify the elusive Shoot Derived Inhibitor molecule and define its interaction with novel genes, microRNAs and phytohormones in nodulation control. Findings will considerably enhance the current nodulation models and will benefit strategies to generate new compounds and crop varieties that mitigate fertiliser requirements, improve soil conditions and increase food security.
Grant type:
ARC Discovery Projects
Researchers:

  • Associate Professor Brett Ferguson

    Associate Professor Legume Biotech
    School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability
    Faculty of Science
    Associate Professor
    Centre for Crop Science
    Queensland Alliance for Agriculture and Food Innovation

  • Emeritus Professor Peter Gresshoff

    Emeritus Professor
    School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability
    Faculty of Science
Funded by:
Australian Research Council