Abstract
The discovery of RNA interference (RNAi) has augmented our knowledge of gene regulation and presents a fascinating technology that has a great potential for application in genetic analysis, disease therapy, plant protection, and many other areas. In this review, we will focus on the biological functions of RNAi and its application in agriculture with a brief introduction to the history of its discovery and molecular mechanism.
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Mao, Y., Xue, X. & Chen, X. Are small RNAs a big help to plants?. SCI CHINA SER C 52, 212–223 (2009). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11427-009-0034-3
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