Genome-wide analyses of the bZIP family reveal their involvement in the development, ripening and abiotic stress response in banana.

ABSTRACT: The leucine zipper (bZIP) transcription factors play important roles in multiple biological processes. However, less information is available regarding the bZIP family in the important fruit crop banana. In this study, 121 bZIP transcription factor genes were identified in the banana genome. Phylogenetic analysis showed that MabZIPs were classified into 11 subfamilies. The majority of MabZIP genes in the same subfamily shared similar gene structures and conserved motifs. The comprehensive transcriptome analysis of two banana genotypes revealed the differential expression patterns of MabZIP genes in different organs, in various stages of fruit development and ripening, and in responses to abiotic stresses, including drought, cold, and salt. Interaction networks and co-expression assays show

SUBMITTER: Hu W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4957152 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature