Genome-wide analysis of the TPX2 family proteins in Eucalyptus grandis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Xklp2 (TPX2) proteins belong to the microtubule-associated (MAP) family of proteins. All members of the family contain the conserved TPX2 motif, which can interact with microtubules, regulate microtubule dynamics or assist with different microtubule functions, for example, maintenance of cell morphology or regulation of cell growth and development. However, the role of members of the TPX family have not been studied in the model tree species Eucalyptus to date. Here, we report the identification of the members of the TPX2 family in Eucalyptus grandis (Eg) and analyse the expression patterns and functions of these genes.

Results

In present study, a comprehensive analysis of the plant TPX2 family proteins was performed. Phylogenetic analyses indicated that the g

SUBMITTER: Du P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5122032 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature