The term genotype refers to the complete set of genetic information carried by a plant. It acts as the biological blueprint that determines how a plan
Genetic Variation: Mechanisms for Crop Improvement
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Genetic variation is a fundamental component of plant biology and agriculture. It refers to the differences in DNA sequences among individuals within
Disease-Resistant Plant Genes: Strengthening Crops Against Pathogens
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Plant diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, and pests are major threats to global agriculture. Every year, they reduce crop yields and cause si
Rektor UMA Lantik Wakil Rektor dan Dekan, Perkuat Visi Green Digital University
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Universitas Medan Area (UMA) resmi melantik jajaran Wakil Rektor dan Dekan baru untuk masa jabatan 2025–2027 dalam sebuah upacara khidmat yang d
CRISPR: Revolutionizing Crop Improvement Through Precision Genetics
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CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats) is one of the most transformative tools in modern plant science. With unmatched pre
Gene Editing in Agriculture: Future of Crop Improvement
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Gene editing in agriculture is a powerful technology that allows scientists to make precise changes to a plant’s DNA. Unlike traditional breeding—
UMA Gelar Teknis Pelaksanaan DIYA 2025–2026: Dorong Riset dan Hilirisasi
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Medan, 3 November 2025 — Universitas Medan Area (UMA) melalui Biro Publikasi, Jurnal Ilmiah dan Informasi Digital (BPJIID) kembali melaksanakan kegi
Plant Mutation Types: Sources of Genetic Variation in Crops
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Mutations in plants are changes in the DNA sequence that create new traits or variations. Although the word “mutation” often sounds negative, in p
Inherited Plant Traits: How Characteristics Pass From One Generation to the Next
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Inherited plant traits are characteristics that are passed from parent plants to their offspring through genetic material. These traits determine how
Gene Function: How Genes Control Growth, Traits, and Survival
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Every visible trait in a plant—whether it is leaf shape, flower color, or drought tolerance—comes from the way its genes work. Gene function in pl
