Locating Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus N Gene Inserts in Tomato

Authors

Ryan L. Walker, Brigham Young University
Dr. Mikel R. Stevens, Brigham Young University

Keywords

Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus, TSWV, N gene inserts, tomato

College

Life Sciences

Department

Plant and Wildlife Sciences

Abstract

Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV) of the genus Tospovirus is able to infect both the plant and the thrips vector (an insect). This unique method of transmission has allowed the various Tospovirus species to rapidly spread throughout the world. This virus is very adaptable and currently infects over 1000 different monocot and dicot species.1 In tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.), TSWV causes stunting and yield reduction in infected plants. In parts of the United States, yield reductions have been reported of up to 38%.2 In Hawaii and South Africa, crop losses as high as 90% have occurred.3,4

Recommended Citation

Walker, Ryan L. and Stevens, Dr. Mikel R. (2013) "Locating Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus N Gene Inserts in Tomato," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1582.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1582