University of Alcalá

Alcalá de Henares, Spain
Purpose
to develop maize kernels to increase the expression of anti-fungal genes in the transfer cell layer, which transports nutrients and protect filial tissues in the adjacent growing seeds.
Grantee
Division
Global Growth & Opportunity
Date
OCTOBER 2012
Region served
GLOBAL
Committed amount
$100,000
Grant topic
Agricultural Development
Duration (months)
19
Grantee location
Alcalá de Henares, Spain
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