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Genetics & Heredity
Jie Yu, Baoan Wang, Wenqi Fan, Songbo Fan, Ya Xu, Chunsheng Liu, Tianxing Lv, Wanda Liu, Ling Wu, Linfeng Xian, Tianzhong Li
Summary: The study showed that pollen tube polyamines respond to self-S-RNase and help defend against it, potentially providing a way to break self-incompatibility in apple by enhancing pollen tube tolerance.
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Plant Sciences
Koji Kawamura, Yoshihiro Ueda, Shogo Matsumoto, Takanori Horibe, Shungo Otagaki, Li Wang, Guoliang Wang, Laurence Hibrand-Saint Oyant, Fabrice Foucher, Marcus Linde, Thomas Debener
Summary: This study identified the S-locus controlling self-incompatibility in Rosa, and confirmed the genetic linkage between the newly-identified S-RNase S-C2 and the previously-identified S-C1 in chromosome 3. Through breeding history and wild species analysis, it was found that different S-alleles are present in continuous-flowering cultivars, and S-genotyping is helpful for effective breeding.
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Muhammad Husnain Ahmad, Xin Zheng, Yu Hu, Huimin Liu, Yi Sun, Hao Wen, Lijun Chai
Summary: In this study, a rapid method using agarose gel electrophoresis and aniline blue staining was developed to determine the pollen compatibility of citrus cultivars and observe the growth status of pollen tubes. This method is simple and cost-effective, and it helps in selecting suitable pollinizer trees and parents for breeding programs.
JOVE-JOURNAL OF VISUALIZED EXPERIMENTS
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Yeting Xu, Qiuping Zhang, Xiao Zhang, Jian Wang, Mubarek Ayup, Bo Yang, Chunmiao Guo, Peng Gong, Wenxuan Dong
Summary: In this study, the molecular mechanism of pollen-pistil recognition in self-incompatibility was investigated using self- and nonself-pollinated pistils of almond cultivars 'Wanfeng' and `Nonpareil'. The results suggest that the serine/threonine kinase protein MARK2 may play a role in the recognition of nonself- and self-S-RNase proteins by almond pollen tubes.
JOURNAL OF PROTEOMICS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Chitose Honsho, Koichiro Ushijima, Misa Anraku, Shuji Ishimura, Qibin Yu, Frederick G. Gmitter, Takuya Tetsumura
Summary: This study identified genes regulating self-incompatibility in Japanese citrus cultivars through RNA-seq, revealing that six T2 RNase genes were S-RNases. The findings support the notion that citrus self-incompatibility is based on S-RNase. Further homology comparisons with S-RNases from Chinese citrus led to the conclusion that three of the T2 RNases were novel citrus S-RNases involved in self-incompatibility.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria Cecilia Terrile, Nuria Malena Tebez, Silvana Lorena Colman, Julieta Lisa Mateos, Esperanza Morato-Lopez, Nuria Sanchez-Lopez, Alicia Izquierdo-Alvarez, Anabel Marina, Luz Irina A. Calderon Villalobos, Mark Estelle, Antonio Martinez-Ruiz, Diego Fernando Fiol, Claudia Anahi Casalongue, Maria Jose Iglesias
Summary: E3 ubiquitin ligases are crucial in plant biology and play a key role in the perception and signaling of hormones. The redox modification of proteins through S-nitrosation serves as an important regulatory mechanism in hormonal signaling pathways. This study confirmed the S-nitrosation of TIR1 and COI1, highlighting the functional relevance of this modification in the response to auxins and jasmonates.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hong Zhao, Yanzhai Song, Junhui Li, Yue Zhang, Huaqiu Huang, Qun Li, Yu'e Zhang, Yongbiao Xue
Summary: In this study, the researchers investigated the ubiquitination patterns of Petunia hybrida S-3-RNase and its effects. They found that R II is the major ubiquitination region, removal of which significantly reduces seed sets from cross-pollination. This research reveals the stepwise UPS mechanism that restricts the cytotoxicity of S-RNase in P. hybrida for successful cross-pollination.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Amanda K. Broz, Christopher M. Miller, You Soon Baek, Alejandro Tovar-Mendez, Pablo Geovanny Acosta-Quezada, Tanya Elizabet Riofrio-Cuenca, Douglas B. Rusch, Patricia A. Bedinger
Summary: This study investigated the mechanisms leading to loss of S-RNase function in the Solanaceae family, identifying mutations and transcriptionally silenced genes. The research enriches our understanding of the self-incompatibility system in plants.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2021)
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuan Xie, Minglei Zhao
Summary: Proper regulation of protein degradation is crucial for cell physiology. In the recent issue of Cell, Baek et al. revealed the assembly and disassembly mechanism of a widely present ubiquitin ligase class called CRL, through a key regulatory protein, CAND1.
Article
Plant Sciences
Sarah Lee, Felix E. Enciso-Rodriguez, William Behling, Thilani Jayakody, Kaela Panicucci, Daniel Zarka, Satya Swathi Nadakuduti, C. Robin Buell, Norma C. Manrique-Carpintero, David S. Douches
Summary: Using CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, the S-RNase and HT-B genes were knocked out in diploid self-incompatible potato plants, resulting in self-compatible lines. The study also revealed a synergistic effect between HT-B and S-RNase in self-compatibility. The germplasm generated from this study will be valuable for potato breeding.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Dipnarayan Saha, Subhojit Datta, Arun Kumar Shaw, Maruthi Rangappa Thimmaiah, Pratik Satya, Jiban Mitra, Gouranga Kar
Summary: This study generated a high-quality de novo transcriptome to investigate the LSI in C. juncea and identified a candidate gene, Cjun_RNS3.1, that may be involved in preventing self-fertilization in the male gametophyte.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Monika Bieniasz, Anna Konieczny
Summary: The optimal weather conditions and activity of pollinators are crucial for successful pollination, but their effectiveness may be limited. The application of titanium organic complex can enhance pollen adhesion and germination, leading to more effective fertilization and fruit development. Fruits from trees treated with titanium organic complex are characterized by larger size and weight, demonstrating the positive impact on fruit quality and yield.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jianbing Hu, Chenchen Liu, Zezhen Du, Furong Guo, Dan Song, Nan Wang, Zhuangmin Wei, Jingdong Jiang, Zonghong Cao, Chunmei Shi, Siqi Zhang, Chenqiao Zhu, Peng Chen, Robert Larkin, Zongcheng Lin, Qiang Xu, Junli Ye, Xiuxin Deng, Maurice Bosch, Vernonica Franklin-Tong, Lijun Chai
Summary: A new mechanism for self-incompatibility (SI) to self-compatibility (SC) conversion in citrus, which involves the insertion of MITE elements, has been discovered. This study provides the first evidence of the role of MITEs in the S-locus, revealing their importance in the loss of SI phenotype.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lei Wu, Xing Liu, Ming-Yue Zhang, Kai-Jie Qi, Xue-Ting Jiang, Jia-Long Yao, Shao-Ling Zhang, Chao Gu
Summary: Through transcriptome and real-time PCR analyses, two leucine-rich repeat extensin genes, PbLRXA2.1 and PbLRXA2.2, were identified in pear. These genes were found to be significantly upregulated in pollen grains and pollen tubes of the self-compatible cultivar, 'Jinzhui', compared to the self-incompatible cultivar, 'Yali'. PbLRXA2.1 and PbLRXA2.2 promoted pollen tube growth and attenuated the inhibitory effects of self S-RNase, indicating their involvement in the loss of self-incompatibility. The promoters of these two genes were directly bound by the ABRE-binding factor PbABF.D.2, and knockdown of PbABF.D.2 inhibited pollen tube growth. Additionally, self S-RNase repressed the expression of PbLRXA2.1, PbLRXA2.2, and PbABF.D.2, suggesting its role in arresting pollen tube growth by restricting the PbABF.D.2-PbLRXA2.1/PbLRXA2.2 signal cascade.
Article
Horticulture
Ayda Boubakri, Lamia Krichen, Mohamed-Amine Batnini, Neila Trifi-Farah, Guillaume Roch, Jean-Marc Audergon, Hedia Bourguiba
Summary: The study identified diverse S-alleles within the Tunisian apricot germplasm, allocating the accessions into 14 cross-incompatibility groups, with newly identified self-compatible accessions. This reflects the domestication and diffusion history of apricot species. Understanding the incompatibility relationships among apricot accessions is crucial for future breeding programs and orchard design.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Min Zheng, Tao Peng, Tingting Yang, Jiawen Yan, Kezhen Yang, Dong Meng, Yi-Feng Hsu
Summary: The study identified the important role of MHP1 in plant stress responses to salt/osmotic stress and ABA through screening of Arabidopsis T-DNA insertion mutants. The MHP1 protein interacts with ABI1 and exhibits functional homology to the yeast dioxygenase Mpo1 in responding to ER stress. Overall, MHP1 plays a crucial role in ABA-mediated stress responses in plants.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Lili Niu, Hanghang Li, Zhihua Song, Biying Dong, Hongyan Cao, Tengyue Liu, Tingting Du, Wanlong Yang, Rohul Amin, Litao Wang, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Yujie Fu
Summary: ABC transporters, particularly the ABCG group, play crucial roles in plant growth and development, as well as in response to abiotic stresses. Our study focused on the role of ABCG transporters in pigeon peas adapting to adverse environments, revealing their effectiveness in abiotic stress resistance. This enhances our understanding of the application of ABCG transporters in improving plant resilience to environmental stresses.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiao-Hong Fan, Li-Tao Wang, Juan-Yan An, Sun-Dong Zhang, Zi-Hui Cai, Li-Li Niu, Ping Kou, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Yu-jie Fu
Summary: A novel biotransformation strategy for producing resveratrol from plants using magnetically immobilized Bacillus natto strains was established in this study. After optimization, a significant increase in resveratrol yield was achieved by converting polydatin to resveratrol. The method proved to be a sustainable and effective biotransformation technology for resveratrol production.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiao-Hong Fan, Li-Tao Wang, Yuan-Hang Chang, Juan-Yan An, Ya-Wei Zhu, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Yu-jie Fu
Summary: The use of a two-phase system with menthol-based hydrophobic deep eutectic solvent allows for enhanced extraction of target taxanes from Taxus chinese needles, with higher yields and recovery rates compared to conventional organic solvents.
JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR LIQUIDS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Dong Meng, Biying Dong, Lili Niu, Zhihua Song, Litao Wang, Rohul Amin, Hongyan Cao, Hanghang Li, Qing Yang, Yujie Fu
Summary: The study identified a role for the CcCIPK14-CcCBL1 complex in drought stress tolerance through the regulation of flavonoid biosynthesis in pigeon pea, which led to increased survival rates in transgenic plants overexpressing CcCIPK14 and CcCBL1.
Article
Plant Sciences
Wanlong Yang, Na Li, Yuxin Fan, Biying Dong, Zhihua Song, Hongyan Cao, Tingting Du, Tengyue Liu, Meng Qi, Lili Niu, Dong Meng, Qing Yang, Yujie Fu
Summary: This study demonstrates that ABA can enhance drought resistance in pigeon pea by regulating the accumulation of flavonoids through secondary metabolism. ABA treatment led to significant changes in flavonoid biosynthesis pathways, with key enzyme genes being up-regulated. Transcriptome analysis revealed potential involvement of multiple transcription factors in the regulation of flavonoid accumulation, and RT-PCR confirmed their regulation by ABA. High Performance Liquid Chromatography analysis showed increased content of genistein, genistin and pterostilbene in pigeon pea treated with ABA under drought stress.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2021)
Review
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Haojie Jin, Yan Wang, Pengquan Zhao, Litao Wang, Su Zhang, Dong Meng, Qing Yang, Ling-Zhi Cheong, Yonghong Bi, Yujie Fu
Summary: Cyanobacteria can synthesize diverse plant-specific compounds through photosynthesis, making them a green chassis for bioproduct synthesis. Flavonoids are essential components in various nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Zi-Hui Cai, Jian-Dong Wang, Li-Tao Wang, Su Zhang, Xin-Yu Yan, Yan-Qiu Wang, Peng-Quan Zhao, Li-Na Fu, Chun-Jian Zhao, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Yu-Jie Fu
Summary: A green solvent OAEW-SUPRAS was developed for the simultaneous extraction of six phenolics and hydroxy-a-sanshool from Zanthoxylum bungeanum Maxim. peels. OAEW-SUPRAS can quickly extract active ingredients with different polarity and has high extraction efficiency and antioxidant capacity. The method is reliable, precise, and accurate.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Tingting Du, Yuxin Fan, Hongyan Cao, Zhihua Song, Biying Dong, Tengyue Liu, Wanlong Yang, Mengying Wang, Lili Niu, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Yujie Fu
Summary: The study demonstrates that MeJA can promote the synthesis of flavonoids in pigeon pea, thereby enhancing its ability to resist fungal infections. This provides a basis for further research on flavonoid-mediated defense responses.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Meng Qi, Rui Wu, Zhihua Song, Biying Dong, Ting Chen, Mengying Wang, Hongyan Cao, Tingting Du, Shengjie Wang, Na Li, Qing Yang, Yujie Fu, Dong Meng
Summary: This study investigates the molecular basis and regulatory mechanisms of sugar in poplar and other forest trees, focusing on the sugar-signaling molecule sorbitol. The results demonstrate that sorbitol feeding can alleviate the pathogen-infested status of poplar and trigger defense responses through the upregulation of genes such as PR1, WRKY, and CERK.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Man Zhang, Xiuqi Zhang, Haijing Wang, Mao Ye, Yating Liu, Zhihua Song, Tingting Du, Hongyan Cao, Liqin Song, Xiao Xiao, Jianzhen Liu, Libin Zhang, Yangbo Song, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Junkai Wu
Summary: In this study, the complete transcriptome of peach fruit was analyzed, revealing the role of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) in fruit ripening and anthocyanin biosynthesis. Important transcription factors and lncRNAs associated with UV-B-induced anthocyanin biosynthesis were identified. This research provides a theoretical framework for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying peach flesh coloring.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Dong Meng, Hongyan Cao, Qing Yang, Mengxia Zhang, Ewa Borejsza-Wysocka, Huicong Wang, Abhaya M. Dandekar, Zhangjun Fei, Lailiang Cheng
Summary: Sorbitol, a major photosynthate in apple and other tree fruits, stimulates its own metabolism through the SnRK1-mediated phosphorylation of bZIP39. SnRK1 interacts with and phosphorylates bZIP39, a transcription factor that activates the expression of key enzymes in sorbitol metabolism. This study reveals the molecular mechanism of how sorbitol regulates its own metabolism and integrates sorbitol signaling into the sugar signaling network to modulate plant carbohydrate metabolism.
Article
Plant Sciences
Xing-Liang Li, Dong Meng, Min-Ji Li, Jia Zhou, Yu-Zhang Yang, Bei-Bei Zhou, Qin-Ping Wei, Jun-Ke Zhang
Summary: The transcription factor MhDREB2A activates MhZAT10 expression, and they coordinately regulate drought and cold stress by integrating multiple pathways in apple rootstock to improve shoot-shriveling tolerance.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Biying Dong, Dong Meng, Zhihua Song, Hongyan Cao, Tingting Du, Meng Qi, Shengjie Wang, Jingyi Xue, Qing Yang, Yujie Fu
Summary: This study identified the involvement of the citrate transporter CcMATE35 and the long noncoding RNA CcLTCS in aluminum stress response in pigeon pea. These findings suggest that the modules CcNFYB3-CcMATE35 and CcLTCS-CcCS jointly regulate the efflux and synthesis of citrate to enhance the resistance of pigeon pea under aluminum stress.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2024)
Article
Plant Sciences
Ting Chen, Hongyan Cao, Mengying Wang, Meng Qi, Yongjiang Sun, Yangbo Song, Qing Yang, Dong Meng, Na Lian
Summary: We conducted transcriptome and physiological analysis to investigate the response of apricot leaves to Fusarium solani. We identified key transcription factors and genes related to flavonoid synthesis that play a role in apricot disease resistance. These findings provide insights into the molecular mechanisms of apricot's response to F. solani and offer potential strategies to enhance disease resistance and develop high-quality resistant varieties.