Genetics Studies

[Genome-wide identification of the banana GLR gene family and its expression analysis in response to low temperature and abscisic acid/methyl jasmonate].

This study identifies and analyzes the GLR gene family in bananas, showing their importance in plant development and response to stress. The findings suggest that GLR plays a crucial role in banana growth, development, and stress resistance.

Luo B et al (2023).
Sheng Wu Gong Cheng Xue Bao.
PubMed:
37584137

[Identification and expression pattern analysis of RcACA gene family in castor under abiotic stresses].

The study identifies and analyzes the gene family in castor plants that maintains calcium balance. They found 8 genes with specific expression patterns under stress, providing insights for plant growth and stress response.

Li Y et al (2023).
Sheng Wu Gong Cheng Xue Bao.
PubMed:
37584136

Promoter variations in a homeobox gene, BrLMI1, contribute to leaf lobe formation in Brassica rapa ssp. chinensis Makino.

BrLMI1 is a gene responsible for lobed leaf formation in non-heading Chinese cabbage. Variations in the gene's promoter affect leaf shape, providing insight into the molecular mechanism behind lobed leaves in Brassica crops.

Li P et al (2023).
Theor Appl Genet.
PubMed:
37578545

Evaluation of three sets of advanced backcrosses of eggplant with wild relatives from different gene pools under low N fertilization conditions.

Villanueva G et al (2023).
Hortic Res.
PubMed:
37575654

Indicaxanthin Induces Autophagy in Intestinal Epithelial Cancer Cells by Epigenetic Mechanisms Involving DNA Methylation.

Indicaxanthin, a pigment found in prickly pear fruit, induces autophagy in colorectal cancer cells through epigenetic changes, potentially suggesting a role in gastrointestinal health.

Ragusa MA et al (2023).
Nutrients.
PubMed:
37571432

Transcriptome Analysis Reveals Changes in Whole Gene Expression, Biological Process, and Molecular Functions Induced by Nickel in Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana).

This study examined the gene expression of plants exposed to nickel stress. It found changes in gene expression related to stress response and metabolic processes. This information can be used to improve plant use in environmental remediation.

Moy A et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37571042