Chonnam University Identifies Rice Gene
Analysis based on 8 articles · First reported Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The discovery of the OsFeSOD3 gene by Chonnam National University could significantly impact the agricultural sector by enabling the development of climate-resilient, high-yield rice crops. This could lead to increased food security and potentially influence the stock prices of agricultural biotechnology companies involved in crop improvement.
A research team led by Professor Jang Geup-il at Chonnam National University has identified a rice gene, OsFeSOD3, that plays a dual role in enhancing drought tolerance and supporting chloroplast development. This gene, which encodes an iron superoxide dismutase, detoxifies reactive oxygen species and acts as a component of the plastid-encoded RNA polymerase complex, regulating chloroplast biogenesis. Field trials showed that rice plants overexpressing OsFeSOD3 produced 33-42% higher grain yields under drought conditions. The findings, published in the Plant Biotechnology Journal, have significant implications for crop improvement and global food security amidst intensifying climate change.
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