Genetics Studies

Broadening the Scope of Sapofection: Cationic Peptide-Saponin Conjugates Improve Gene Delivery In Vitro and In Vivo.

Researchers developed a new gene delivery system using SO1861, a natural compound, to enhance transfection efficiency. This system showed improved effectiveness in cancer treatment in mice. Important for future gene therapy advancements.

Kolster M et al (2024).
ACS Appl Mater Interfaces.
PubMed:
38970470

Genome-wide analysis of MYB transcription factor family and AsMYB1R subfamily contribution to ROS homeostasis regulation in Avena sativa under PEG-induced drought stress.

Researchers studied the MYB TF family in plants, showing its significance in plant life cycle and response to stress. Understanding MYB can improve crop resilience and productivity.

Chen Y et al (2024).
BMC Plant Biol.
PubMed:
38970019

Functional and evolutionary comparative analysis of the DIR gene family in Nicotiana tabacum L. and Solanum tuberosum L.

DIR genes regulate plant lignin biosynthesis, crucial for growth and stress response in Solanaceae species. Analyzing DIR gene family and expression can help understand plant defense mechanisms against pathogens.

Li T et al (2024).
BMC Genomics.
PubMed:
38970011

Passion fruit HD-ZIP genes: Characterization, expression variance, and overexpression PeHB31 enhanced drought tolerance via lignin pathway.

Researchers identified and studied 34 HD-ZIP genes in passion fruit, finding PeHB31 enhances drought tolerance in transgenic plants by increasing lignin content. This could lead to improved understanding of lignin biosynthesis control mechanisms.

Ma F et al (2024).
Int J Biol Macromol.
PubMed:
38969043

Draft genome sequence of Penicillium citrinum B9, a plant growth-promoting symbiont from barley rhizosphere.

Isolated plant growth-promoting fungus from Barley rhizosphere. First draft genome assembled using single-molecule sequencing. Genome spans 31.3 Mb with 10,106 protein-encoding genes. Important for agricultural research.

Lau KJX et al (2024).
Microbiol Resour Announc.
PubMed:
38967472

A telomere-to-telomere gap-free reference genome assembly of avocado provides useful resources for identifying genes related to fatty acid biosynthesis and disease resistance.

Researchers sequenced the genome of avocado, finding genes related to disease resistance and fatty acid biosynthesis. Understanding these genes can improve avocado quality and health benefits.

Yang T et al (2024).
Hortic Res.
PubMed:
38966866

Comparative transcriptome provides new insights to the molecular regulation of olive trees to chilling stress.

Olive trees withstand cold due to ELIP1 increasing chlorophyll for photosynthesis. bHLH66 regulates ELIP1 expression. Understanding this may improve olive cultivation in cold areas.

Wu W et al (2024).
Tree Physiol.
PubMed:
38965676

Identification and characterization of the RcTCP gene family and its expression in response to abiotic stresses in castor bean.

Researchers identified and characterized the TCP family genes in castor bean, shedding light on their role in plant development and stress responses. This information is crucial for understanding and manipulating these processes in agriculture.

Li Y et al (2024).
BMC Genomics.
PubMed:
38965476