Genome-Wide Identification and Characterization of NODULE-INCEPTION-Like Protein (NLP) Family Genes in Brassica napus.

ABSTRACT: NODULE-INCEPTION-like proteins (NLPs) are conserved, plant-specific transcription factors that play crucial roles in responses to nitrogen deficiency. However, the evolutionary relationships and characteristics of NLP family genes in Brassica napus are unclear. In this study, we identified 31 NLP genes in B. napus, including 16 genes located in the A subgenome and 15 in the C subgenome. Subcellular localization predictions indicated that most BnaNLP proteins are localized to the nucleus. Phylogenetic analysis suggested that the NLP gene family could be divided into three groups and that at least three ancient copies of NLP genes existed in the ancestor of both monocots and dicots prior to their divergence. The ancestor of group III NLP genes

SUBMITTER: Liu M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6121332 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature