Scientists Uncover DNA Secrets to Bolster Corn Crop Traits
Friday, July 18, 2025 - 14:51
in Biology & Nature
A team that includes Rutgers University-New Brunswick scientists has unlocked some of the secrets of corn DNA, revealing how specific sections of genetic material control vital traits such as plant architecture and pest resistance. The discovery could enable scientists to use new technologies to improve corn, making it more resilient and productive, the scientists said.