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Abstract
We provide an in-depth pan-genome analysis of 30 Malus species, revealing potential mechanisms of ancient gene duplications, introgressions and polyploidization that drive genetic diversity and adaptability. Furthermore, we shed light on apple domestication, identify markers for disease resistance and present new strategies for uncovering genes with breeding potential.
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Nature Genetics publishes the very highest quality research in genetics. It encompasses genetic and functional genomic studies on human and plant traits and on other model organisms. Current emphasis is on the genetic basis for common and complex diseases and on the functional mechanism, architecture and evolution of gene networks, studied by experimental perturbation.
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