Tuesday, June 30, 2026
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Wild apple genes still shape modern fruit, and that could matter for climate-ready crops

Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with international partners, have uncovered new insights into how apples became the fruits we know today, showing that their evolution has been shaped by continuous exchange with wild apple trees.

Wild apple genes still shape modern fruit, and that could matter for climate-ready crops
Image: Phys.org
Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with international partners, have uncovered new insights into how apples became the fruits we know today, showing that their evolution has been shaped by continuous exchange with wild apple trees.

Originally published at Phys.org

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