Publications by authors named "Qiting Na"
The role of SlCHRC in carotenoid biosynthesis and plastid development in tomato fruit.
Int J Biol Macromol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- Chromoplasts in plants are essential for synthesizing and storing carotenoids, with the Chromoplast-associated carotenoid binding protein (CHRC) playing a key role in tomatoes' development and carotenoid levels.
- Researchers created genetically modified tomatoes (oe-SlCHRC and cr-SlCHRC) to study the effect of SlCHRC on carotenoid biosynthesis, finding that overexpressing SlCHRC boosted carotenoid accumulation and delayed ripening, while the knockout mutants had less carotenoid and a greener appearance.
- The study also revealed that SlCHRC affects important biosynthesis genes and helps tomatoes tolerate heat stress by increasing the levels of heat shock proteins and antioxidants, highlighting its significance for improving tomato fruit quality under stressful