DNA SEQUENCE AND METHOD FOR MODIFYING GENETIC EXPRESSION, USING A TISSUE-SPECIFIC PROMOTER FROM COTTON PLANT FLOWERS OR FRUIT

摘要

The present invention relates to promoters of the expression of specific plant genes. More specifically, the present invention provides a nucleotide sequence for the expression of genes of interest in flowers and fruit of Gossypium hirsutum, in order to produce genetically modified plants that are resistant to the attack of pests such as boll weevil (Anthonomus grandis). In particular, the present invention describes DNA constructs that contain promoters of the genes of interest for creating genetically modified plants, as well as a method for modifying gene expression.