Nara Institute of Science and Technology

Auxin tells the stem cells to stop growing and the gynoecium to start forming in flowers

Researchers at Nara Institute of Science and Technology identified CRABS CLAW as a key molecule that controls the termination of stem cell growth and the formation of gynoecium in flowers, promoting floral reproduction. The study also shows auxin homeostasis is regulated by TORNADO2, providing insight into flower development.

SourceNara Institute of Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 24, 2017

Plant cells survive but stop dividing upon DNA damage

Scientists at NAIST have discovered a molecular pathway that explains how plant cells cease cell division upon DNA damage. The study found that the transcription factor family MYB3R prevents progression to the M phase of the cell cycle, allowing plants to maintain genome integrity.

SourceNara Institute of Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 6, 2017

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