Genomic characterization of the NAC transcription factors, directed at understanding their functions involved in endocarp lignification of iron walnut (Juglans sigillata Dode).

ABSTRACT: The NAC (NAM, ATAF1/2, and CUC2) transcription factors (TF), one of the largest plant-specific gene families, play important roles in the regulation of plant growth and development, stress response and disease resistance. In particular, several NAC TFs have been identified as master regulators of secondary cell wall (SCW) biosynthesis. Iron walnut (Juglans sigillata Dode), an economically important nut and oilseed tree, has been widely planted in the southwest China. The thick and high lignified shell derived endocarp tissues, however, brings troubles in processing processes of products in industry. It is indispensable to dissect the molecular mechanism of thick endocarp formation for further genetic improvement of iron walnut. In the present study, based on genome reference of iron

SUBMITTER: Yu A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10203416 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature