Small RNA sequencing of Pongamia seeds

In this work, we presented the first comprehensive investigation of miRNAs in Pongamia seeds through Illumina sequencing of nine small RNA libraries from three major developmental phases. A total of 283, 250, 572 raw reads were generated, leading to the discovery of hundreds of conserved and novel miRNAs, among which a subset of miRNAs with differential expressions between seed developmental phases were sorted out. These results provide valuable miRNA candidates for further functional characterization and breeding practice in Pongamia and other oilseed plants.