OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The TQCC of Molecular Breeding is 7. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-01-01 to 2026-01-01.)

Article	Citations
Genomic insights into genome-wide heterozygosity and its impact on walnut adaptive evolution and improvement	61
Enhancement of root sulfur metabolic pathway by overexpression of OAS-TL3 to increase total soybean seed protein content	40
Genome wide association study and transcriptome analysis identify candidate genes regulating wheat coleoptile length	33
Regional association and transcriptome analysis revealed candidate genes controlling plant height in Brassica napus	26
Characterization of qPL5: a novel quantitative trait locus (QTL) that controls panicle length in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	26
Male sterility and hybrid breeding in soybean	25
Creation and gene expression analysis of a giant embryo rice mutant with high GABA content	25
Bread wheat with enhanced grain carotenoid content: a novel option for wheat biofortification	24
The role of Exo70s in plant defense against pathogens and insect pests and their application for crop breeding	23
Genetic mapping and functional genomics of soybean seed protein	22
Molecular mapping of two novel cold resistance genes in common wheat by 660K SNP array	21
Integrating molecular markers and phenotypic analysis to assess cold tolerance in rice germplasm	20
Genome-wide association study reveals candidate genes controlling root system architecture under low phosphorus supply at seedling stage in Brassica napus	19
Enhancing the blast resistance of an elite thermo-sensitive genic male sterile line (TGMS) Longke638S and its derived hybrid varieties by incorporating Pigm gene	18
Identification of two plastid transit peptides for construction of pollen-inactivation system in rice	18
Engineering the key domains of starch synthases and branching enzyme to balance the amylose increase and yield loss in maize kernels	18
Identification of an ovuleless mutant and fine mapping of its causal Ol locus in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)	17
Identification and QTL analysis of stripe rust resistance in the common wheat cultivar Gaoyuan813	17
Effects of the different waxy proteins on starch biosynthesis, starch physicochemical properties and Chinese noodle quality in wheat	17
Two QTL regions for spike length showing pleiotropic effects on Fusarium head blight resistance and thousand-grain weight in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	16
Using genomic selection to correct pedigree errors in kiwiberry breeding	16
Identification of qGL4.1 and qGL4.2, two closely linked QTL controlling grain length in rice	16
RNA-seq profiling of primary calli induced by different media and photoperiods for japonica rice ‘Yunyin’	15
Navigating the genetic basis of cadmium accumulation: a comprehensive analysis of low-cadmium accumulation rice	15
Genetic dissection of plant height in spring wheat from Pakistan using genome-wide SNPs and allele-specific Rht markers	15

Characterization and fine mapping of Double-grain (Dgs) mutant in sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench]	15
Identification of major genomic regions for soybean seed weight by genome-wide association study	15
Iron and zinc biofortification in potato through the introduction of NICOTIANAMINE SYNTHASE and FERRITIN genes	14
Identification and candidate analysis of a new brown planthopper resistance locus in an Indian landrace of rice, paedai kalibungga	14
Integrating genome-wide association study into genomic selection for the prediction of agronomic traits in rice (Oryza sativa L.)	14
Molecular mapping and candidate gene identification of two major quantitative trait loci associated with silique length in oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.)	14
Production of new wheat–A. cristatum translocation lines with modified chromosome 2P coding for powdery mildew and leaf rust resistance	14
CandiHap: a haplotype analysis toolkit for natural variation study	14
Genetic analysis of trade-offs among disease resistance, yield, and quality traits employing genome-wide association mapping in indica rice (Oryza sativa L.)	14
The ethylene biosynthesis enzyme ACS3 acts as a key regulator of grain yield in rice	13
Ningza 182: A rapeseed variety with a moderately compact plant type, bred for high yield and high oil content	13
Uncovering a stable QTL qSRI.A06 and candidate gene for rapeseed pod shatter resistance	13
OsNAC74 affects grain protein content and various biological traits by regulating OsAAP6 expression in rice	12
Genome-wide association study and genomic prediction for yield and grain quality traits of hybrid rice	12
Overexpression of ZmEXPA5 reduces anthesis-silking interval and increases grain yield under drought and well-watered conditions in maize	12
Speed breeding enhances crop resilience and productivity in a changing climate	12
Recent progress in the understanding of Citrus Huanglongbing: from the perspective of pathogen and citrus host	12
Editing of A622 genes results in ultra-low nicotine whole tobacco plants at the expense of dramatically reduced growth and development	11
Origin, variation, and selection of natural alleles controlling flowering and adaptation in wild and cultivated soybean	11
Simultaneous improvement of fiber yield and quality in upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) by integration of auxin transport and synthesis	11
Genome-wide association study and transcriptome analysis reveal natural variation of key genes regulation flowering time in rapeseed	11
Identification of quantitative trait loci for important agronomic traits using chromosome segment substitution lines from a japonica × indica cross in rice	11
Candidate loci for breeding compact plant-type soybean varieties	10
Effects of genotype and culture conditions on microspore embryogenesis in radish (Raphanus sativus L.)	10
Zheyouza 59, a rapeseed variety with superior resistance and excellent yield	10
A chromosome arm from Thinopyrum intermedium × Thinopyrum ponticum hybrid confers increased tillering and yield potential in wheat	10
Accumulation of mutations in the AP2 homoeologs causes suppression of anther extrusion with altered spike and culm development in hexaploid wheat	10
Transcriptome analysis revealed molecular basis of cold response in Prunus mume	10
Pinpointing Rcs3 for frogeye leaf spot resistance and tracing its origin in soybean breeding	9
Using the dominant mutation gene Ae1-5180 (amylose extender) to develop high-amylose maize	9
Validation of SNP markers for selection of semi-dwarf and peduncle extrusion in barley	9
Development and evaluation of the utility of GenoBaits Peanut 40K for a peanut MAGIC population	9
Pyramiding of genes for grain protein content, grain quality, and rust resistance in eleven Indian bread wheat cultivars: a multi-institutional effort	9
Text mining reveals the increasing importance of genomic approaches in crop research and breeding	9
Getting help from the extended family: identification and genetic characterisation of novel resistance to Globodera pallida ‘Oberlangen’ in wild Solanum species	9
The elite variations in germplasms for soybean breeding	9
Integrated review of Psathyrostachy huashanica: From phylogenetic research to wheat breeding application	9
Integrating genome-wide association studies with selective sweep reveals genetic loci associated with tolerance to low phosphate availability in Brassica napus	9
Rapid breeding of an early maturing, high-quality, and high-y.ielding rice cultivar using marker‑assisted selection coupled with optimized anther culture	9
Cytological and genetic effects of rye chromosomes 1RS and 3R on the wheat-breeding founder parent Chuanmai 42 from southwestern China	9
Wild species rice OsCERK1DY-mediated arbuscular mycorrhiza symbiosis boosts yield and nutrient use efficiency in rice breeding	9
Fruit crops: development, stress resilience and molecular breeding	9
Mapping of dwarfing gene and identification of mutant allele on plant height in wheat	9
Pyramiding wheat pre-harvest sprouting resistance genes in triticale breeding	9
P-type pentatricopeptide repeat protein OsYS6 is essential for chloroplast development in rice through its role in chloroplast RNA processing	9
Characterization and mapping of a downy mildew resistance gene, Pl36, in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)	9
Genome-wide association analysis of kernel nutritional quality in two natural maize populations	8
Improvement in the quality of the water-saving and drought-resistant rice ‘Huhan 1516’ via molecular markers	8
Identification and characterization analysis of candidate genes controlling mushroom leaf development in Chinese kale by BSA-seq	8
Quantitative trait loci for resistance to black point caused by Bipolaris sorokiniana in bread wheat	8

Flavonoid compounds as a way to identify sources of carrot resistance to Alternaria leaf blight	8
A novel variation of TaGW2-6B increases grain weight without penalty in grain protein content in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	8
Genome-wide association mapping of resistance to the foliar diseases septoria nodorum blotch and tan spot in a global winter wheat collection	8
Utilization of marker-assisted backcrossing to generate new gynoecious cucumber lines with genetic heritage similar to the indigenous Vietnamese cucumber	8
Snap bean diversity for resistance to bean common mosaic and necrosis viruses examined using new and existing candidate gene-linked markers	8
Analyses of diverse low alkaloid tobacco germplasm identify naturally occurring nucleotide variability contributing to reduced leaf nicotine accumulation	7
Efficient marker-assisted breeding for clubroot resistance in elite Pol-CMS rapeseed varieties by updating the PbBa8.1 locus	7
Fine mapping of a novel QTL CsFSG1 for fruit skin gloss in cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.)	7
Genetic variations in MdSAUR36 participate in the negative regulation of mesocarp cell division and fruit size in Malus species	7
Meta-analysis reveals consensus genomic regions associated with multiple disease resistance in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)	7
Mutating BnEOD1s via CRISPR-Cas9 increases the seed size and weight in Brassica napus	7
Breeding and application of the early-maturing, high-quality, and high-yield cotton variety Zhongmian 113	7
WRKY75 regulates anthocyanin accumulation in juvenile citrus tissues	7
MaGA20ox2f, an OsSD1 homolog, regulates flowering time and fruit yield in banana	7
Genetic markers of olive fruit weight selected to be used in breeding experiments	7
GWAS in tetraploid potato: identification and validation of SNP markers associated with glycoalkaloid content	7
Plant immunity in soybean: progress, strategies, and perspectives	7