Integrative and Inclusive Genomics to Promote the Use of Underutilised Crops

Overview

Journal Nat Commun

Specialty Biology

Date 2024 Jan 8

PMID 38191605

Authors

Oluwaseyi Shorinola

Rose Marks

Peter Emmrich

Chris Jones

Damaris Odeny

Mark A Chapman

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