Publications by authors named "Khaled H Radwan"
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- Arbuscular mycorrhiza (AM) is a beneficial relationship between plant roots and fungi that helps plants absorb nutrients and cope with environmental stresses.
- RNA-seq technology was used to analyze the gene expression in tomato roots at 7 and 30 days after being inoculated with the fungus, identifying 1,019 differentially expressed genes (DEGs), with a strong emphasis on plant defense, growth, and nutrient transport.
- The study offers new insights into the role of AM-responsive genes in tomato roots, enhancing our understanding of the interactions between plants and symbiotic fungi over short and long durations.
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- Grass pea is a valuable crop for food and fodder but lacks research on its genomics, particularly the identification of genes that contribute to traits like drought tolerance and disease resistance.
- In this study, researchers identified 274 nucleotide-binding site-leucine-rich repeat (NBS-LRR) genes in grass pea, revealing important connections to plant defense mechanisms and stress responses.
- The analysis showed that many of these genes are highly expressed under salt stress, with some exhibiting significant upregulation, which provides insights into improving the plant's resilience and adaptation to challenging environmental conditions.
The basic helix-loop-helix (bHLH) transcription factor is a vital component in plant biology, with a significant impact on various aspects of plant growth, cell development, and physiological processes. Grass pea is a vital agricultural crop that plays a crucial role in food security. However, the lack of genomic information presents a major challenge to its improvement and development.
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