Y. Vigouroux

Transpiration efficiency variations in the pearl millet reference collection PMiGAP

This study analyzes transpiration efficiency (TE) variation in 538 pearl millet genotypes across multiple environments, finding up to two-fold variation and highlighting its importance for drought tolerance and breeding.

Glutaredoxin regulation of primary root growth is associated with early drought stress tolerance in pearl millet

A quantitative theory for genomic offset statistics

The paper develops a theoretical framework to interpret genomic offset statistics and validates it using simulations and empirical data on African pearl millet.

FrangiPANe, a tool for creating a panreference using left behind reads

FrangiPANe constructs a panreference genome using short reads, identifying new sequences and genes in African rice genomes.

Optimization of capture protocols across species targeting up to 32000 genes and their extension to pooled DNA

The paper optimizes hybridization capture protocols across 20 species targeting up to 32,000 genes and extends them to pooled DNA samples.

Genetic control of rhizosheath formation in pearl millet

This study identifies genetic factors controlling rhizosheath formation in pearl millet, showing it is mainly regulated by root exudation and involves complex genetic control.

Trees and their seed networks: the social dynamics of urban fruit trees and implications for genetic diversity

This study examines seed exchange networks in urban areas and finds that urban planting of African plum trees maintains genetic diversity comparable to regional populations.

Aquaporins are main contributors of root hydraulic conductivity in pearl millet

This study identifies PIP1 family aquaporins as main contributors to root hydraulic conductivity in pearl millet, linking them to water use efficiency.

Fonio millet genome unlocks African orphan crop diversity for agriculture in a changing climate

The paper presents a high-quality genome assembly and re-sequencing data for fonio millet to study its genetic diversity and domestication.

Genome wide association study pinpoints key agronomic QTLs in African rice Oryza glaberrima

This study identifies key agronomic QTLs in African rice Oryza glaberrima through a genome-wide association study, focusing on flowering time, panicle architecture, and virus resistance.

Common gardens in teosintes reveal the establishment of a syndrome of adaptation to altitude

The paper identifies an altitudinal syndrome in teosintes through common garden experiments and genomic analysis, showing pleiotropy and adaptive variants relevant for maize breeding.

Adaptive introgression: an untapped evolutionary mechanism for crop adaptation

This paper reviews adaptive introgression in crops, discussing its potential for adaptation to environmental changes and the role of farmer practices in gene flow.

Response to early drought stress and identification of QTLs controlling biomass production under drought in pearl millet

The paper identifies QTLs controlling biomass production and drought tolerance in pearl millet using genome-wide association analysis of drought-stressed and well-irrigated inbred lines.

Evolutionary forces affecting synonymous variations in plant genomes

The paper investigates the evolutionary forces shaping synonymous variations in plant genomes, finding that GC-biased gene conversion is more prevalent and stronger than selection in most species.