A Xanthomonas effector increases virulence quantitatively by inducing at least three minor susceptibility genes
UncategorizedThe transcription activator-like effector Tal12a is widely conserved among Xanthomonas campestris pv. campestris strains that cause black rot in Brassica crops. However, its role in disease remains unclear. To investigate how Tal12a contributes to pathogenesis, we combined transcriptomic profiling of…
Combining timelapse imaging resolved leaf water potential with gas exchange provides insights into stomatal control by water
UncategorizedAbstractStomatal responses to changes in leaf water status are amongst the most important responses of guard cells for balancing carbon gain with water loss, yet we do not know if guard cells are hydraulically linked to the water status of the leaf across vascular land plants. We combined time-lapsing…
The hyccin-containing protein ECDR1 interacts with PI3K1 and PI4K1 and regulates broad-spectrum disease resistance in rice
UncategorizedAbstractProgrammed cell death and immunity in plants are finely orchestrated to promote antimicrobial defense while preventing autoimmunity. However, the molecular mechanisms involved are not fully understood. Here, we isolated a rice mutant ecdr1 (enhanced cell death and resistance 1) that displayed…
Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Bioengineering: Synthetic Biology (2 positions) | University of Oregon - Knight Campus
UncategorizedEugene, Oregon, The Department of Bioengineering is the largest academic unit within the Knight Campus. The Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact is a bold initiative designed to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into innovations that improve lives in Oregon,…
Guard cell Signal Transduction Mechanisms Controlling Stomatal Movements by Light, Abscisic Acid, CO2, VPD and Heat
UncategorizedAbstractGuard cell pairs form dynamic stomatal gas exchange pores in aerial tissues of plants. Guard cells regulate CO2 influx and water loss through stomata by integrating multiple environmental and internal signals. Guard cells serve as highly specialized sensory and signal processing cells, thereby…
Nuclear transfer of a beneficial fungal effector-host target complex via the NTF2 pathway underpins symbiont-induced plant immunity
UncategorizedAbstractThe symbiotic fungus Serendipita indica confers broad-spectrum beneficial effects on diverse plant hosts. Its key effector SIE141 elicits immunity against Phytophthora and salt tolerance by binding and relocalizing thioredoxin CDSP32 from chloroplast to the nucleus. Here, we show that this functionally…
Assistant Professor in Cell or Molecular Biology | CSU Fullerton
UncategorizedFullerton, California, We seek a candidate with a strong research background in any area of Cell or Molecular Biology, including, but not limited to, virology, plant molecular biology, or cancer biology, and clear potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate will be expected…
Tenure-Track Faculty Position (Whitehead Institute and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology) | Whitehead Institute
UncategorizedCambridge, Massachusetts, The Whitehead Institute, together with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Cambridge, Massachusetts), invites applications for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 1, 2027, or later, by mutual agreement.
We are interested in candidates…