Meiji University

Unraveling sex determination in Bursaphelenchus nematodes: A path towards pest control

Researchers discovered that sex differentiation in Bursaphelenchus nematodes occurs through a stochastic regulation mechanism, dependent on random events. This finding may help develop population engineering strategies for controlling nematode populations and mitigating plant diseases.

SourceMeiji University·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 21, 2022

Autophagy: The unlikely hero that balances zinc and iron in plants

Researchers from Meiji University highlight autophagy's role in restoring zinc-iron balance in plants, mitigating symptoms of zinc deficiency and excess. Autophagy regulates intracellular zinc-iron homeostasis, adapting to environmental stress.

SourceMeiji University·JournalTrends in Plant Science·DateAug 17, 2021