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  • Molecular Biology
  • Plant Science

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  • CRISPR/Cas9 is a revolutionary genome editing tool known for precision and efficiency.
  • Its application has been extended to woody perennials, specifically Populus species.
  • Genome editing in outcrossing species faces challenges due to sequence polymorphisms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of sequence polymorphisms on CRISPR/Cas9 efficiency in outcrossing species.
  • To demonstrate the sensitivity of CRISPR/Cas9 to allelic heterozygosity.
  • To highlight strategies for overcoming these polymorphisms in genome editing.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental validation of CRISPR/Cas9 activity in Populus.
  • Genome-wide computational analysis of sequence polymorphisms.
  • Evaluation of CRISPR/Cas9 sensitivity to allelic heterozygosity.

Main Results:

  • CRISPR/Cas9 efficiency is significantly affected by sequence polymorphisms in heterozygous alleles.
  • Allelic heterozygosity can render CRISPR/Cas9 editing unproductive.
  • Computational and experimental evidence supports the sensitivity of CRISPR/Cas9 to these variations.

Conclusions:

  • CRISPR/Cas9 is a powerful tool for genome editing in woody perennials, but polymorphisms present a challenge.
  • Developing strategies to manage sequence polymorphisms is crucial for successful genome editing in outcrossing species.
  • CRISPR/Cas9 facilitates the study of gene function, particularly redundant paralogs, accelerating plant research and crop improvement.