Publications by authors named "Cheng-Yuan Liang"

Bolbostemma paniculatum is a commonly used Chinese medicinal material effective in clearing heat, removing toxin, eliminating phlegm, and alleviating swelling. The anti-tumor activity it possesses makes it a research hotspot. At present, 76 compounds have been isolated from B.

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  • Jasmonate ZIM-domain (JAZ) proteins are key repressors in jasmonic acid signaling, influencing plant development, defense, and metabolism.
  • Seven unique McJAZ genes were identified in the Chinese herb L. through transcriptome analysis, displaying conserved structural features and diverse expression patterns, particularly in flowers.
  • Functional studies revealed their interaction with the JA receptor and responses to environmental stress, offering insights for genetic improvement strategies.
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The genus Mentha comprises a group of aromatic plants with worldwide distribution. Because of frequent interspecific hybridization, the genetic relationships within the genus are not clearly understood. Limonene synthase, which catalyses the first committed step in the essential oil monoterpene biosynthetic pathway, is considered to be a possible rate limiting enzyme.

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