Genome-wide identification and characterization of germin-like protein family in Brassica juncea reveals their role against biotic stress.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Germin-like proteins (GLPs) are naturally occurring glycoproteins ubiquitously found in all plants. These are members of the cupin super family having defensive roles against pathogens causing biotic stresses. Before this study GLPs were not thoroughly investigated in Brassica juncea and its parent species particularly concerning biotic stress responses. This study aimed to identify and characterize the GLP family in B. juncea and its progenitor species, and to determine candidate B. juncea genes (GLPs) conferring resistance against biotic stresses using Alternaria leaf spot disease as model biotic stress.

Results

We have identified 102 GLPs in B. juncea, 51 in B. nigra and 48 in B. rapa using in-silico tools. Chromosomal localization revealed that the GLPs of the

SUBMITTER: Abdul Sattar G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12763953 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature