AbstractNumerous pathogens invade plants through stomata, and plants, on the other hands, could close the stomata after sensing the pathogens PAMPs. Subsequently, pathogens could overcome this plant immune response with their phytotoxins and effectors. A previous study showed that Plasmopara viticola,…

AbstractPolyploid plants exhibit enhanced stress resistance and superior adaptability to extreme environments, but the underlying molecular mechanisms remain incompletely understood. Here we confirm that tetraploid rice exhibits stronger cold tolerance than diploid rice. This improved tolerance is mediated…

AbstractLight regulates carotenoid biosynthesis in plants at multiple levels. However, the involvement of protein phosphorylation in light-induced carotenoid biosynthesis remains largely unexplored. Our previous studies demonstrated that blue light promotes carotenoid biosynthesis in mango fruit. In…

AbstractCucumbers (Cucumis sativus L.) are typically monoecious, with both male and female flowers developing on the same plant. Successful fertilization relies on the synchronized release of pollen from the anthers of male flowers and its subsequent germination on the stigma of female flowers. However,…

AbstractValsa canker (VC), caused by necrotrophic fungi in genus Valsa, is a devastating disease that threatens apple and pear production in China and other regions of East Asia. Receptor-like kinases (RLKs) play crucial roles in pathogen signal perception and the initiation of immune responses. However,…

AbstractLeaf shape is a critical agronomic trait that determines plant architecture and cultivation value, but its genetic and molecular mechanisms remain elusive. Here, we found two natural cucumber mutants, jtll and 10yjy, characterized by little, deeply lobed leaves with reduced cell number and auxin…

AbstractThe role of RNA splicing as a modulator of the molecular responses to stress is well described. In contrast, its importance in the acclimation of plants to changes in ambient temperatures has only recently started to emerge. Here, we analyzed the role of temperature in regulating the functionality…