Discovery Projects - Grant ID: DP190103486

Funding Activity

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http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/Web/Grant/Grant/DP190103486

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Active

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Funded Activity Summary

Clay nanoparticle-facilitated RNAi for non-transgenic modification of crops. This project aims to define the most effective spray formulations, consisting of clay nanoparticles and induced RNA interference (RNAi) to manipulate gene expression in plants. Topical application of double-stranded RNA (dsRNA) for RNAi represents an attractive alternative to genetically engineered crops. However, naked dsRNA is unstable and is not efficiently taken up by plants. For these reasons, topical application of dsRNA has thus far produced only modest induction of RNAi in plants. Nanoparticle-facilitated manipulation of gene expression in plants will enable sustainable clean green strategies for protecting crops from diseases. This project will result in improved crop protection and productivity and boost the export potential of Australian crops.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 10-01-2019

End Date: 31-12-2022

Funding Scheme: Discovery Projects

Funding Amount: $450,000.00

Funder: Australian Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Plant Cell and Molecular Biology | Nanotechnology | Crop and Pasture Protection (Pests, Diseases and Weeds) | Nanobiotechnology |

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

Expanding Knowledge in the Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences | Expanding Knowledge in the Biological Sciences | Expanding Knowledge in Technology

Other Keywords

Crop and Pasture Protection (Pests, Diseases and Weeds) | Expanding Knowledge in Technology | Expanding Knowledge in the Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences | Expanding Knowledge in the Biological Sciences | Nanobiotechnology | Nanotechnology | Plant Cell and Molecular Biology

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