Genetic and Molecular Dissection of Arsenic Hyperaccumulation in the fern Pteris vittata.

Banks, Jo Ann ; Salt, David

Purdue University

关键词: Genetics;    Genes;    Pteris Vittata;    Phytoremediation;    59 Basic Biological Sciences;   

DOI  :  10.2172/926316
RP-ID  :  DOE/ER/63622- Final Report
RP-ID  :  FG02-03ER63622
RP-ID  :  926316

美国|英语

来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

Pteris vittata is a fern that is extraordinary in its ability to tolerate hyperaccumulate high levels of arsenic (As). The goals of the proposed research, to identify the genes that are necessary for As hyperaccumulation in P. vittata using molecular and genetic approaches and to understand the physiology of arsenic uptake and distribution in the living plant, were accomplished during the funding period. The genes that have been identified may ultimately enable the engineering or selection of other plants capable of As hyperaccumulation. This is important for the phytoremediation of arsenic-contaminated soils in areas where P. vittata cannot grow.