Publications by authors named "Mike J Ray"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how the secondary cell wall (SCW) properties in willow (Salix purpurea) affect its potential as a biomass feedstock for bioenergy and biofuels, noting the lack of previous research in this area.
- A specialized bud culture system was developed to analyze changes in cell wall composition and gene expression during the early growth stages of willow, revealing significant increases in xylan content and associated transcripts for cellulose, xylan, and lignin synthesis after transferring to soil.
- The findings indicate that willow's SCW development closely resembles that of related species like Populus, while also providing new insights into the patterns of xylan-related gene expression and its correlation with xylan composition in different tissues.
