OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Molecular Breeding is 6. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-05-01 to 2025-05-01.)

Article	Citations
Creation and gene expression analysis of a giant embryo rice mutant with high GABA content	92
Characterization of qPL5: a novel quantitative trait locus (QTL) that controls panicle length in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	46
Enhancement of root sulfur metabolic pathway by overexpression of OAS-TL3 to increase total soybean seed protein content	41
Genome-wide association studies of leaf angle in maize	33
Genome wide association study and transcriptome analysis identify candidate genes regulating wheat coleoptile length	33
Bread wheat with enhanced grain carotenoid content: a novel option for wheat biofortification	30
Regional association and transcriptome analysis revealed candidate genes controlling plant height in Brassica napus	29
Male sterility and hybrid breeding in soybean	27
OsMYB3 is a R2R3-MYB gene responsible for anthocyanin biosynthesis in black rice	20
Engineering the key domains of starch synthases and branching enzyme to balance the amylose increase and yield loss in maize kernels	18
An insertion mutation located on putative enhancer regions of the MYB26-like gene induces inhibition of anther dehiscence resulting in novel genic male sterility in radish (Raphanus sativus L.)	18
Molecular mapping of two novel cold resistance genes in common wheat by 660K SNP array	18
Enhancing the blast resistance of an elite thermo-sensitive genic male sterile line (TGMS) Longke638S and its derived hybrid varieties by incorporating Pigm gene	18
Identification of qGL4.1 and qGL4.2, two closely linked QTL controlling grain length in rice	17
Genetic mapping and functional genomics of soybean seed protein	17
The role of Exo70s in plant defense against pathogens and insect pests and their application for crop breeding	16
Integrating molecular markers and phenotypic analysis to assess cold tolerance in rice germplasm	15
Effects of the different waxy proteins on starch biosynthesis, starch physicochemical properties and Chinese noodle quality in wheat	14
Genome-wide association study reveals candidate genes controlling root system architecture under low phosphorus supply at seedling stage in Brassica napus	14
Identification of major genomic regions for soybean seed weight by genome-wide association study	13
Superior japonica rice variety YJ144 with improved rice blast resistance, yield, and quality achieved using molecular design and multiple breeding strategies	13
Identification of two plastid transit peptides for construction of pollen-inactivation system in rice	13
Correction to: Both overlapping and independent loci underlie seed number per pod and seed weight in Brassica napus by comparative quantitative trait loci analysis	12
Characterization and fine mapping of Double-grain (Dgs) mutant in sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench]	12
Two QTL regions for spike length showing pleiotropic effects on Fusarium head blight resistance and thousand-grain weight in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	12

Integrating genome-wide association study into genomic selection for the prediction of agronomic traits in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	12
Single-trait, multi-locus and multi-trait GWAS using four different models for yield traits in bread wheat	12
Using genomic selection to correct pedigree errors in kiwiberry breeding	12
Identification and candidate analysis of a new brown planthopper resistance locus in an Indian landrace of rice, paedai kalibungga	12
Editing of A622 genes results in ultra-low nicotine whole tobacco plants at the expense of dramatically reduced growth and development	12
RNA-seq profiling of primary calli induced by different media and photoperiods for japonica rice ‘Yunyin’	12
Molecular mapping and candidate gene identification of two major quantitative trait loci associated with silique length in oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.)	12
CandiHap: a haplotype analysis toolkit for natural variation study	12
Fine mapping of qWCR7, a grain chalkiness QTL in rice	12
Production of new wheat–A. cristatum translocation lines with modified chromosome 2P coding for powdery mildew and leaf rust resistance	11
Overexpression of ZmEXPA5 reduces anthesis-silking interval and increases grain yield under drought and well-watered conditions in maize	11
Recent progress in the understanding of Citrus Huanglongbing: from the perspective of pathogen and citrus host	11
Genome-wide association study and genomic prediction for yield and grain quality traits of hybrid rice	11
Origin, variation, and selection of natural alleles controlling flowering and adaptation in wild and cultivated soybean	11
OsNAC74 affects grain protein content and various biological traits by regulating OsAAP6 expression in rice	11
Genome-wide association study and transcriptome analysis reveal natural variation of key genes regulation flowering time in rapeseed	10
Effects of genotype and culture conditions on microspore embryogenesis in radish (Raphanus sativus L.)	10
A chromosome arm from Thinopyrum intermedium × Thinopyrum ponticum hybrid confers increased tillering and yield potential in wheat	10
Validation of SNP markers for selection of semi-dwarf and peduncle extrusion in barley	10
Candidate loci for breeding compact plant-type soybean varieties	10
On the genetic architecture in a public tropical maize panel of the symbiosis between corn and plant growth-promoting bacteria aiming to improve plant resilience	10
Transcriptome analysis revealed molecular basis of cold response in Prunus mume	10
Simultaneous improvement of fiber yield and quality in upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) by integration of auxin transport and synthesis	10
Identification of quantitative trait loci for important agronomic traits using chromosome segment substitution lines from a japonica × indica cross in rice	10
Pyramiding wheat pre-harvest sprouting resistance genes in triticale breeding	9
Rapid breeding of an early maturing, high-quality, and high-y.ielding rice cultivar using marker‑assisted selection coupled with optimized anther culture	9
Integrating genome-wide association studies with selective sweep reveals genetic loci associated with tolerance to low phosphate availability in Brassica napus	9
Zheyouza 59, a rapeseed variety with superior resistance and excellent yield	9
Accumulation of mutations in the AP2 homoeologs causes suppression of anther extrusion with altered spike and culm development in hexaploid wheat	9
Cytological and genetic effects of rye chromosomes 1RS and 3R on the wheat-breeding founder parent Chuanmai 42 from southwestern China	8
Mapping of dwarfing gene and identification of mutant allele on plant height in wheat	8
Quantitative trait loci for resistance to black point caused by Bipolaris sorokiniana in bread wheat	8
Using the dominant mutation gene Ae1-5180 (amylose extender) to develop high-amylose maize	8
Characterization and mapping of a downy mildew resistance gene, Pl36, in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)	8
Wild species rice OsCERK1DY-mediated arbuscular mycorrhiza symbiosis boosts yield and nutrient use efficiency in rice breeding	8
Pyramiding of genes for grain protein content, grain quality, and rust resistance in eleven Indian bread wheat cultivars: a multi-institutional effort	8
Development and evaluation of the utility of GenoBaits Peanut 40K for a peanut MAGIC population	8
Genome-wide association analysis of kernel nutritional quality in two natural maize populations	8
Integrated review of Psathyrostachy huashanica: From phylogenetic research to wheat breeding application	8
Pinpointing Rcs3 for frogeye leaf spot resistance and tracing its origin in soybean breeding	7
Rapid excavating a FLOWERING LOCUS T-regulator NF-YA using genotyping-by-sequencing	7
Genomic mapping and identification of candidate genes encoding nulliplex-branch trait in sea-island cotton (Gossypium barbadense L.) by multi-omics analysis	7
BnaC09.tfl1 controls determinate inflorescence trait in Brassica napus	7
The elite variations in germplasms for soybean breeding	7
Efficient marker-assisted breeding for clubroot resistance in elite Pol-CMS rapeseed varieties by updating the PbBa8.1 locus	7
Fine mapping of a novel QTL CsFSG1 for fruit skin gloss in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)	7
A novel variation of TaGW2-6B increases grain weight without penalty in grain protein content in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	7
Genome-wide association mapping of resistance to the foliar diseases septoria nodorum blotch and tan spot in a global winter wheat collection	7
Genetic variations in MdSAUR36 participate in the negative regulation of mesocarp cell division and fruit size in Malus species	7
Utilization of marker-assisted backcrossing to generate new gynoecious cucumber lines with genetic heritage similar to the indigenous Vietnamese cucumber	7

In silico integration of disease resistance QTL, genes and markers with the Brassica juncea physical map	6
Maize genetics, genomics, and sustainable improvement	6
Plant immunity in soybean: progress, strategies, and perspectives	6
GWAS in tetraploid potato: identification and validation of SNP markers associated with glycoalkaloid content	6
Fatty acid exporter 1 enhances seed oil content in Brassica napus	6
Breeding for durable resistance against biotrophic fungal pathogens using transgenes from wheat	6
Pleiotropic effect analysis and marker development for grain zinc and iron concentrations in spring wheat	6
Polyploidy and diploidization in soybean	6
Analyses of diverse low alkaloid tobacco germplasm identify naturally occurring nucleotide variability contributing to reduced leaf nicotine accumulation	6
Mutating BnEOD1s via CRISPR-Cas9 increases the seed size and weight in Brassica napus	6
Meta-analysis reveals consensus genomic regions associated with multiple disease resistance in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	6
Identification and characterization analysis of candidate genes controlling mushroom leaf development in Chinese kale by BSA-seq	6
Five plants per RIL for phenotyping traits of high or moderate heritability ensure the power of QTL mapping in a rice MAGIC population	6
Implementation of different relationship estimate methodologies in breeding value prediction in kiwiberry (Actinidia arguta)	6
Mapping and functional characterization of the tomato spotted wilt virus resistance gene SlCHS3 in Solanum lycopersicum	6
MaGA20ox2f, an OsSD1 homolog, regulates flowering time and fruit yield in banana	6
Genetic markers of olive fruit weight selected to be used in breeding experiments	6
WRKY75 regulates anthocyanin accumulation in juvenile citrus tissues	6
Identification and mapping of late blight resistance QTLs in the wild tomato accession PI 224710 (Solanum pimpinellifolium)	6