diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 0c634d06a0825282e5069a27e5c6ece341e8c95b..637b19497f8c13da5f72c2760a1df5513788927b 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -1,8 +1,10 @@ -# Drought stress effects on gene expression and metabolite profiles in blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum L.) +# Drought stress effects on gene expression and metabolite profiles in blackcurrant (*Ribes nigrum* L.) Ziegler et al. 2024 Hort Res. https://doi.org/10.1093/hr/uhae313 -The blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum L., family Grossulariaceae) is a perennial shrub valued for its antioxidant-rich berries, widely used in the food and beverage industry. However, prolonged drought during the fruiting season leads to drought stress, inhibiting growth and reducing yields. To explore the underlying molecular mechanisms, we present the first high-quality chromosome-scale genome assembly for blackcurrant (cv. Rosenthals Langtraubige), the first in the Grossulariaceae family. Using this genomic reference, we analyzed the transcriptomic response of blackcurrant leaves and roots to drought stress, identifying key differentially expressed genes and significant changes in primary metabolites, such as increased proline and depleted organic acids under stress. This data can aid in developing drought-resistant blackcurrant cultivars. +The blackcurrant (*Ribes nigrum* L., family Grossulariaceae) is a perennial shrub valued for its antioxidant-rich berries, widely used in the food and beverage industry. However, prolonged drought during the fruiting season leads to drought stress, inhibiting growth and reducing yields. To explore the underlying molecular mechanisms, we present the first high-quality chromosome-scale genome assembly for blackcurrant (cv. Rosenthals Langtraubige), the first in the Grossulariaceae family. Using this genomic reference, we analyzed the transcriptomic response of blackcurrant leaves and roots to drought stress, identifying key differentially expressed genes and significant changes in primary metabolites, such as increased proline and depleted organic acids under stress. This data can aid in developing drought-resistant blackcurrant cultivars. + + [Supplemental Material](https://git.nfdi4plants.org/usadellab/ribes_nigrum_genome/-/blob/main/studies/Supplemental_Tables.xlsx?ref_type=heads)