Bose Institute identifies pineapple gene that can fight fungal disease
On 22 July 2025, the Science Ministry reported that Bose Institute researchers identified the AcSERK3 gene in pineapple that can activate defences against Fusariosis.
Summary
Scientists at the Bose Institute, an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology, identified the AcSERK3 gene in pineapple that can activate the plant's defences against Fusariosis, the Ministry of Science and Technology reported on 22 July 2025. Fusariosis, caused by the fungus Fusarium moniliforme, warps stems, blackens leaves and rots the fruit. The research was led by Prof. Gaurab Gangopadhyay and focuses on the Somatic Embryogenesis Receptor Kinase (SERK) gene family.
Key facts
- Date
- 22 July 2025
- Institute
- Bose Institute (DST)
- Gene
- AcSERK3 (SERK family)
- Disease
- Fusariosis (Fusarium moniliforme)
- Lead
- Prof. Gaurab Gangopadhyay
Practice MCQs 1 questions
Bose Institute researchers identified the AcSERK3 gene in pineapple (reported July 2025) as a defence against which disease?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — Fusariosis
PIB (22 July 2025): the AcSERK3 gene can activate host defences against Fusariosis, caused by Fusarium moniliforme.