Analysis of the chitin synthase gene family in <i>Ganoderma lucidum</i>: its structure, phylogeny, and expression patterns.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Chitin synthases are essential enzymes in fungi, contributing to various biological processes such as hyphal growth, sporulation, and cell wall stability. Despite their well-documented functions in other fungal species, the specific roles of chitin synthases in Ganoderma lucidum remain unexplored. This investigation systematically characterized the complete chitin synthase gene family in Ganoderma lucidum.

Methods

A comprehensive analysis was conducted using bioinformatics tools to examine genomic localization, gene structure, conserved domains, and phylogenetic evolution. By employing bioinformatic approaches, the study investigated promoter cis-elements and expression patterns to elucidate the regulatory mechanisms of these genes in G. lucidum</

SUBMITTER: Liu L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12595948 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature