Publications by authors named "Wanrong Duan"

Distinct target genes are modulated by microRNA members and affect various biological processes associated with abiotic stress responses in plants. In this study, we characterized a functional module comprising miRNA/target and a downstream MYB transcription factor partner, Tae-MIR1118/TaCaM2/TaMYB44, in Triticum aestivum to mediate the plant low-nitrogen (N) stress response. Dual luciferase (LUC) assay and expression analysis indicated that TaCaM2 is regulated by Tae-MIR1118 through a posttranscriptional cleavage mechanism.

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The abscisic acid (ABA) signalling pathway plays a crucial role in plants' response to drought stress. In this study, we aimed to characterize the impact of an ABA signalling module, which consisted of TaPYL9 and its downstream partners in Triticum aestivum, on plant drought adaptation. Our results showed that TaPYL9 protein contains conserved motifs and targets plasma membrane and nucleus after being sorted by the endoplasmic reticulum.

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Wheat TaCDPK1-5A plays critical roles in mediating drought tolerance through regulating osmotic stress-associated physiological processes. Calcium (Ca) acts as an essential second messenger in plant signaling pathways and impacts plant abiotic stress responses. This study reported the function of TaCDPK1-5A, a calcium-dependent protein kinase (CDPK) gene in T.

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Article Synopsis
  • The WRKY transcription factor family is important for plant growth and helps plants deal with stress like drought and salt.
  • This study focused on a specific protein called TaWRKY76 in wheat, which helps plants cope with osmotic stress by responding to conditions like dryness and high salt.
  • TaWRKY76 works with another protein, TaMYC2, to improve plant health by influencing root growth and other important functions, making it a key target for breeding stronger wheat varieties.
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