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The multi‐omics basis of potato heterosis
The multi‐omics basis of potato heterosis
Abstract Heterosis is a fundamental biological phenomenon characterized by the superior performance of hybrids over their ...
Chromatin‐remodeling complexes: conserved and plant‐specific subunits in Arabidopsis
Chromatin‐remodeling complexes: conserved and plant‐specific subunits in Arabidopsis
ABSTRACT ATP-dependent chromatin remodeling complexes are important for the regulation of transcription, DNA replication, ...
PUB22 and PUB23 U‐box E3 ubiquitin ligases negatively regulate 26S proteasome activity under proteotoxic stress conditions
PUB22 and PUB23 U‐box E3 ubiquitin ligases negatively regulate 26S proteasome activity under proteotoxic stress conditions
SUMMARY The mechanism regulating proteasomal activity under proteotoxic stress conditions remains unclear. Here, we showed...
RNA silencing: From discovery and elucidation to application and perspectives
RNA silencing: From discovery and elucidation to application and perspectives
ABSTRACT RNA silencing (or RNA interference, RNAi) is a conserved mechanism for regulating gene expression in eukaryotes. ...
Plant TOR signaling network: Complexes, conservations and specificities
Plant TOR signaling network: Complexes, conservations and specificities
Abstract: Target of Rapamycin (TOR) is an evolutionarily conserved protein kinase that functions as a central signaling hu...
Here comes the sun: How optimization of photosynthetic light reactions can boost crop yields
Here comes the sun: How optimization of photosynthetic light reactions can boost crop yields
ABSTRACT Photosynthesis started to evolve some 3.5 billion years ago, when our atmosphere was composed of a much lower CO2...
Mechanisms underlying legume–rhizobium symbiose
Mechanisms underlying legume–rhizobium symbiose
Abstract Legumes, unlike most land plants, can form symbiotic root nodules with nitrogen-fixing bacteria to secure nitroge...
Delayed callose degradation restores the fertility of multiple P/TGMS lines in Arabidopsis
Delayed callose degradation restores the fertility of multiple P/TGMS lines in Arabidopsis
Abstract Photoperiod/temperature-sensitive genic male sterility (P/TGMS) is widely applied for improving crop production. ...
Small bending, big curvature
Small bending, big curvature
Xiaoyue Zhang State Key Laboratory of Plant Genomics, National Center for Plant...
Integrated view of plant metabolic defense with particular focus on chewing herbivores
Integrated view of plant metabolic defense with particular focus on chewing herbivores
Abstract Success of plants largely depends on their ability to defend against herbivores. Since emergence of the first vor...
The SoySNP618K array: A high‐resolution SNP platform as a valuable genomic resource for soybean genetics and breeding
The SoySNP618K array: A high‐resolution SNP platform as a valuable genomic resource for soybean genetics and breeding
Abstract Innovations in genomics have enabled the development of low-cost, high-resolution, single nucleotide polymorphism...
CmNF‐YB8 affects drought resistance in chrysanthemum by altering stomatal status and leaf cuticle thickness
CmNF‐YB8 affects drought resistance in chrysanthemum by altering stomatal status and leaf cuticle thickness
Abstract Drought is a major abiotic stress that limits plant growth and development. Adaptive mechanisms have evolved to m...
The role of senescence‐associated gene101 (PagSAG101a) in the regulation of secondary xylem formation in poplar
The role of senescence‐associated gene101 (PagSAG101a) in the regulation of secondary xylem formation in poplar
Abstract Wood is produced by accumulation of secondary xylem via proliferation and differentiation of the cambium cells in...
RID1 sets rice heading date by balancing its binding with SLR1 and SDG722
RID1 sets rice heading date by balancing its binding with SLR1 and SDG722
Abstract Rice (Oryza sativa) is a major crop that feeds billions of people, and its yield is strongly influenced by flower...
ZmGRAS11, transactivated by Opaque2, positively regulates kernel size in maize
ZmGRAS11, transactivated by Opaque2, positively regulates kernel size in maize
Summary Although the genetic basis for endosperm development in maize (Zea mays) has been well studied, the mechanism for ...
Interaction of brassinosteroid and cytokinin promotes ovule initiation and increases seed number per silique in Arabidopsis
Interaction of brassinosteroid and cytokinin promotes ovule initiation and increases seed number per silique in Arabidopsis
ABSTRACT Ovule initiation is a key step that strongly influences ovule number and seed yield. Notably, mutants with enhanc...
A G‐type lectin receptor‐like kinase regulates the perception of oomycete apoplastic expansin‐like proteins
A G‐type lectin receptor‐like kinase regulates the perception of oomycete apoplastic expansin‐like proteins
Abstract Phytophthora capsici is one of the most harmful pathogens in agriculture, which threatens the safe production of ...
Arabidopsis F‐BOX STRESS INDUCED 4 is required to repress excessive divisions in stomatal development
Arabidopsis F‐BOX STRESS INDUCED 4 is required to repress excessive divisions in stomatal development
Abstract During the terminal stage of stomatal development, the R2R3-MYB transcription factors FOUR LIPS (FLP/MYB124) and ...
Crop phenotyping in a context of Global Change: what to measure and how to do it
Crop phenotyping in a context of Global Change: what to measure and how to do it
Abstract High-throughput crop phenotyping, particularly under field conditions, is nowadays perceived as a key factor limi...
Growth asymmetry precedes differential auxin response during apical hook initiation in Arabidopsis
Growth asymmetry precedes differential auxin response during apical hook initiation in Arabidopsis
Abstract The development of a hook-like structure at the apical part of the soil-emerging organs has fascinated botanists ...
Loss of Gn1a/OsCKX2 confers heavy‐panicle rice with excellent lodging resistance
Loss of Gn1a/OsCKX2 confers heavy‐panicle rice with excellent lodging resistance
Abstract Significant achievements have been made in breeding programs for the heavy panicle-type (HPT) rice (Oryza sativa)...
Spatial phylogenetics of the Chinese angiosperm flora provides insights into endemism and conservation
Spatial phylogenetics of the Chinese angiosperm flora provides insights into endemism and conservation
Abstract The flora of China is well known for its high diversity and endemism. Identifying centers of endemism and designa...
Controlling flowering of Medicago sativa (alfalfa) by inducing dominant mutations
Controlling flowering of Medicago sativa (alfalfa) by inducing dominant mutations
Abstract Breeding plants with polyploid genomes is challenging because functional redundancy hampers the identification of...