Characterizing novel ripening related genes linked to shelf life in tomato

Fruits play a major role in maintaining a healthy diet and have been shown to reduce instances of heart disease, osteoporosis and cancer. However, the perishable nature of fruits leads to an increased cost and decrease in quality of post-harvest food. A significant crop improvement stratagem is focu...

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Main Author: Thomas, Michael
Format: Thesis (University of Nottingham only)
Language:English
Published: 2016
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Online Access:https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/38806/