Synthesis and evaluation of labelled germination stimulants for determining the role of butenolide in promoting seed germination. [ 2008-02-17 - 2011-05-04 ]

Research Grant

Brief description Synthesis and evaluation of labelled germination stimulants for determining the role of butenolide in promoting seed germination. The discovery of the germination promotive agent in smoke (a butenolide) represents a major and internationally significant scientific discovery for Australia and provides exciting opportunities for benefits in agriculture, natural lands management and restoration sciences. The activity demonstrated with a broad range of species shows that the butenolide has general applicability worldwide. This study now provides a unique opportunity for Australian research to establish a world-leading position in understanding the butenolide mode of action within plant seeds which will result in a significant advance in our understanding of the processes that regulate seed dormancy in many plant species.

Funding Amount $279,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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