Genome research promises to promote continued and enhanced plant genetic
improvement. As a world′ s leading crop and a model system for studies of many biological …

Since 6000 BC, cotton has been cultivated for lint fiber, which now dominates the natural
textile industry worldwide. Common resources such as an integrated web database, a …

Background The study of quantitative trait loci (QTL) in cotton (Gossypium spp.) is focused
on traits of agricultural significance. Previous studies have identified a plethora of QTL …

Key message Based on 1075 and 1059 QTL from intraspecific Upland and interspecific
Upland× Pima populations, respectively, the identification of QTL clusters and hotspots …

QTL mapping experiments yield heterogeneous results due to the use of different
genotypes, environments, and sampling variation. Compilation of QTL mapping results …

Identification of stable quantitative trait loci (QTLs) across different environments and
mapping populations is a prerequisite for marker-assisted selection (MAS) for cotton yield …

The improvement of cotton fiber quality has become more important because of changes in
spinning technology. Stable quantitative trait loci (QTLs) for fiber quality will enable …

Key message A specialized database currently containing more than 2200 QTL is
established, which allows graphic presentation, visualization and submission of QTL …

Background Cotton fibers (produced by Gossypium species) are the premier natural fibers
for textile production. The two tetraploid species, G. barbadense (Gb) and G. hirsutum (Gh) …

Abstract Background Upland cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) accounts for about 95% of
world cotton production. Improving Upland cotton cultivars has been the focus of world-wide …