| Literature DB >> 18926494 |
Loïc Rajjou1, Isabelle Debeaujon.
Abstract
The seed constitutes the main vector of plant propagation and it is a critical development stage with many specificities. Seed longevity is a major challenge for the conservation of plant biodiversity and for crop success. Seeds possess a wide range of systems (protection, detoxification, repair) allowing them to survive in the dry state and to preserve a high germination ability. Therefore, the seed system provides an appropriate model to study longevity and aging.Mesh:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18926494 DOI: 10.1016/j.crvi.2008.07.021
Source DB: PubMed Journal: C R Biol ISSN: 1631-0691 Impact factor: 1.583