Genome wide identification and characterization of the amino acid transporter (AAT) genes regulating seed protein content in chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.).

A study analyzed 109 AAT genes in chickpeas, finding their role in seed quality proteins and stress resilience. Expression patterns and amino acid differences were also observed.

Kalwan G et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126324

PubMed:

37591427

Chromosome-scale genome assembly provides insights into flower coloration mechanisms of Canna indica.

Scientists used advanced sequencing techniques to build a detailed genome of Canna indica. They found genes involved in petal coloration and identified potential targets for plant breeding.

Liu M et al (2023).

Int J Biol Macromol.

DOI:

10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2023.126148

PubMed:

37591424

Regulation on copper-tolerance in Citrus sinensis seedlings by boron addition: Insights from root exudates, related metabolism, and gene expression.

Chen HH et al (2023).

J Hazard Mater.

DOI:

10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.132277

PubMed:

37591167

Transcription factors MdMYC2 and MdMYB85 interact with ester aroma synthesis gene MdAAT1 in apple.

Jasmonic acid (JA) stimulates ester aroma production in apples. Methyl jasmonate (MeJA) increases ester synthesis by upregulating genes MdMYC2, MdMYB85, and MdAAT1. Their interaction promotes aroma synthesis.

Li LX et al (2023).

Plant Physiol.

DOI:

10.1093/plphys/kiad459

PubMed:

37590971

EVALUATION OF THE COMPLEX USE OF PLANT TEST-SYSTEMS TO DETERMINE THE NATURE AND INTENSITY OF THE MUTAGENIC BACKGROUND OF THE ENVIRONMENT.

Study evaluated the use of plant test-systems to identify the specific effects of mutagens on hereditary apparatus. Important for making informed decisions in the lab.

Shvets LS et al (2023).

Pol Merkur Lekarski.

DOI:

10.36740/Merkur202303106

PubMed:

37589106

Gene duplications facilitate C4-CAM compatibility in common purslane.

Scientists have sequenced the genome of the common purslane plant, which uses both C4 and CAM photosynthesis pathways. This can provide insights for engineering crops with more efficient metabolism.

Wang X et al (2023).

Plant Physiol.

DOI:

10.1093/plphys/kiad451

PubMed:

37587696

Carbon and nitrogen fractions control soil N(2)O emissions and related functional genes under land-use change in the tropics.

Zhu Q et al (2023).

Environ Pollut.

DOI:

10.1016/j.envpol.2023.122370

PubMed:

37586684

Identification and expression analysis of MAPK cascade gene family in foxtail millet (Setaria italica).

This study identified 93 MAPK cascade genes in foxtail millet, divided into subgroups, and revealed their response to hormones and stress. Important for understanding plant growth and stress response.

Zhang L et al (2023).

Plant Signal Behav.

DOI:

10.1080/15592324.2023.2246228

PubMed:

37585594