Salinity adaptation in date palm (Phoenix dactylifera): evidence for selective sweeps at Salt Overly Sensitive (SOS) genes
Peter Muchina, Shameem Younuskunju, Ayeda A Ahmed, Yasmin A Mohamoud, Joel A Malek
This study identifies selective sweeps in SOS pathway genes of date palm genomes, suggesting adaptation to salinity through genetic changes.
bioRxiv · Nov 5, 2026 · PreprintGenomics