TopoRoot: a method for computing hierarchy and fine-grained traits of maize roots from 3D imaging.

Dan ZengMao LiNi JiangYiwen JuHannah SchreiberErin ChambersDavid LetscherTao JuChristopher N Topp

Published in: Plant methods (2021)

TopoRoot improves the state-of-the-art methods in obtaining more accurate and comprehensive fine-grained traits of maize roots from 3D imaging. The automation and efficiency make TopoRoot suitable for batch processing on large numbers of root images. Our method is thus useful for phenomic studies aimed at finding the genetic basis behind root system architecture and the subsequent development of more productive crops.

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