A genome-scale metabolic reconstruction of soybean and Bradyrhizobium diazoefficiens reveals the cost-benefit of nitrogen fixation.

Holland BL et al (2023).

New Phytol.

DOI:

10.1111/nph.19203

PubMed:

37649265

Genome-wide study of Cerrena unicolor 87613 laccase gene family and their mode prediction in association with substrate oxidation.

Zhang LB, Yang WW and Qiu TT (2023).

BMC Genomics.

DOI:

10.1186/s12864-023-09606-9

PubMed:

37649000

The cotton MYB33 gene is a hub gene regulating the trade-off between plant growth and defense in Verticillium dahliae infection.

Researchers investigated the role of MYB transcription factor in balancing growth and defense in plants. Understanding this mechanism helps optimize plant responses to environmental cues, aiding in better decisions for plant growth and defense strategies in the lab.

Guang H et al (2023).

J Adv Res.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jare.2023.08.017

PubMed:

37648022

Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of the Auxin-Response factor (ARF) gene family in Medicago sativa under abiotic stress.

This study investigated the role of ARF transcription factors in autotetraploid alfalfa. Understanding their function could provide insights into improving alfalfa growth and stress responses, ultimately benefiting its yield and economic value.

Chen F et al (2023).

BMC Genomics.

DOI:

10.1186/s12864-023-09610-z

PubMed:

37644390

Chromosomal level genome assembly of medicinal plant Sophora flavescens.

Researchers assembled a high-quality draft genome of Sophora flavescens, a medicinal plant, using advanced sequencing technology. They identified genes and pathways involved in compound production, providing insight into plant evolution and potential new treatments.

Qu Z, Wang W and Adelson DL (2023).

Sci Data.

DOI:

10.1038/s41597-023-02490-8

PubMed:

37644152

RNA Sequencing and Bioinformatics Analysis Reveals the Downregulation of DNA Replication Genes by Morindone in Colorectal Cancer Cells.

Morindone, a natural compound, shows promise as a treatment for colorectal cancer (CRC). It downregulates genes involved in DNA replication and cell development. GINS2 is identified as a potential target. Validation confirms these findings. Consider using morindone for CRC treatment.

Chee CW et al (2023).

Appl Biochem Biotechnol.

DOI:

10.1007/s12010-023-04690-9

PubMed:

37642925

Solanum americanum genome-assisted discovery of immune receptors that detect potato late blight pathogen effectors.

Scientists studied Solanum americanum, a blight-resistant relative of potato and tomato, to identify three genes that recognize P. infestans (the cause of late blight) effectors. This research can help engineer blight-resistant crops.

Lin X et al (2023).

Nat Genet.

DOI:

10.1038/s41588-023-01486-9

PubMed:

37640880

Silver and salicylic acid-chitosan nanoparticles alter indole alkaloid production and gene expression in root and shoot cultures of Isatis tinctoria and Isatis ermenekensis.

Cessur A et al (2023).

Plant Physiol Biochem.

DOI:

10.1016/j.plaphy.2023.107977

PubMed:

37639984