Mounika Reddy Macha

In-silico Identification of Candidate Genes Related to Seed Zinc and Iron Concentration in Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)

Mounika Reddy Macha, Darshini Mahesh Pujar & Ravada Divya Bandhavi · Biotechnology Journal International · 2026

Zinc (Zn) and Iron (Fe) are essential nutrients, and their deficiency can cause stunted growth, weakened immunity, and anaemia. Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.), a nutrient-rich legume, contains high levels of Zn and Fe, making it a valuable crop for addressing micronutrient deficie...