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World's First True Blue Rose, Thanks to Biotech

Posted by timothy on from the saves-one-item-at-weddings dept.

FiReaNGeL writes "Researchers from CSRIO achieved the holy grail of rose breeders since 1840 - breeding a blue rose. Using RNAi technology, they knocked down the red pigment gene and introduced a blue pigment producing one. The result is the world's first true blue rose - no word about whether it'll be commercially available or not. A factsheet describing the technique and a detailed summary are available."

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  1. Roses are red... by joelparker · · Score: 5, Funny

    Violets are blue Now thanks to biotech Roses are too

  2. So, what does a blue rose symbolize anyway? by acidblue · · Score: 4, Funny

    I think we should have a vote on this one. How about: 1) "Have a bad day" 2) "I'm breaking up with you" 3) "This rose cost a sh** load of cash, you better like it" 4) "I still don't want to marry you, so instead of a ring..." 5) "I am red/blue colorblind and I still don't care about roses"

  3. The perfect gift by NarcolepticTerrorPoo · · Score: 4, Funny
    ...for you girlfriend with breast implants.

    This blue rose reminds me of you,
    Beautiful and artificial.