Articles tagged with Chloroplasts
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Researchers found that chloroplast genes can be directly transferred to the cell nucleus without involving RNA, allowing for correct reading and functional proteins. The discovery resolves a long-standing evolutionary mystery and provides new insights into gene transfer mechanisms.
Researchers from Carnegie Institution have identified a type of amoeba with two photosynthetic compartments that originated from an endosymbiotic cyanobacterium. The study sheds light on the early stages of chloroplast evolution and provides insight into how eukaryotic cells 'enslave' bacteria to form organelles.
Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered a new gene, Clumped Chloroplasts (CLMP1), which plays a key role in chloroplast separation and division. The discovery could lead to improvements in crop yields and efficiency through breeding and genetic manipulation.
Researchers have identified a list of plant proteins essential for photosynthesis, known as the GreenCut, which is unique to plants and green algae but not found in non-photosynthetic organisms. The study suggests that these proteins play critical roles in regulating metabolism, DNA transcription, and other cellular processes.
Researchers at the Salk Institute identified a signaling molecule called heme that drives expression of photosynthesis-related genes. This discovery may help plants overcome stress and improve growth, leading to increased crop yields and better plant health.
Scientists discovered that Rhizanthella gardneri, a critically endangered orchid, has the smallest plant chloroplast genome at 37 genes, making it essential for its parasitic lifestyle. The genome retains only four crucial proteins, allowing the orchid to survive without photosynthesis.
A team of researchers from Duke University and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies has identified a key intermediary between the light system for information and the light system that makes fuel in plants. The discovery, led by Meng Chen, could help increase agricultural yields or improve photosynthesis of biofuel crops.
Researchers at Salk Institute and Duke University have identified a new gene, HEMERA, that plays a crucial role in the chain of molecular events enabling light signals to control gene activity in plants. The discovery sheds light on how plants respond to light and could lead to breakthroughs in agricultural yields and weed management.
Scientists investigated the evolution of grasses by sequencing the chloroplast DNA of Anomochloa, a small genus diverging from other grasses. The study found unique and mixed features in its chloroplast genome, questioning the classification of Anomochloa as a grass.
Max Planck scientists have successfully inserted a gene switch into the genetic material of chloroplasts in plant cells, allowing for controlled protein production. This breakthrough enables researchers to study the functions of chloroplasts and explore potential applications in biotechnology, such as producing antibiotics.
A new study from UC Davis reveals that Hsp70 proteins indeed chaperone chloroplast proteins across membranes, challenging prevailing wisdom. The research demonstrates the conservation of transport machineries across cellular bodies through evolution.
Researchers identified a crucial protein, TGD4, essential for chloroplast formation and photosynthesis. This discovery may lead to tailored plant varieties for efficient biofuel production, reducing costs and increasing oil accumulation in leaves.
Researchers at Dartmouth College have identified a crucial gene involved in chloroplast iron acquisition and efficient photosynthesis. The FRO7 gene is essential for plants to take up iron from the soil, particularly in iron-deficient conditions.
The study reveals that f and m type plant thioredoxins are not only localized to chloroplasts but also found in nonphotosynthetic tissues such as stems, leaves, roots, and flowers. These findings suggest new roles for these proteins in cell division, germination, and plant reproduction.
Researchers found a single pathway that channels distress signals from chloroplasts to the nucleus in plants, enabling the activation or deactivation of certain genes. This 'master switch' could lead to new generations of plants with improved drought and stress tolerance.
Researchers at the Salk Institute discovered that GUN1, a nuclear-encoded protein, plays a crucial role in transmitting distress signals from damaged chloroplasts to the nucleus, triggering a shutdown of photosynthetic genes. This finding sheds light on the complex communication between organelles and the nucleus.
Researchers at UC Davis and colleagues discovered that green plants contain a bacterial toxin called lipid A, which is also found in Gram-negative bacteria. The presence of this toxin in plants challenges current knowledge about plant biology and evolution.
Genetic analysis of Alaskan spruce trees reveals a tree refuge in Alaska during the last glacial period, suggesting slower migration rates than previously thought. The findings have important implications for understanding plant responses to climate change and conserving biodiversity.
Researchers will determine the functions of approximately 4,400 nuclear genes in Arabidopsis, focusing on chloroplast-targeted proteins that trigger photosynthesis. This project could lead to significant advances in human health and agriculture by optimizing plant productivity and nutrient production.
A study found that enzymes in plant cells can produce different products based on their location within the cell. The research, conducted by Brookhaven National Laboratory scientists, suggests that modifying an address signal on these enzymes could change their product output.
Researchers aim to isolate and sequence chloroplast and mitochondrial genomes from 50-100 plants to determine relationships among ancient plant groups. By comparing these genomes, they hope to answer questions about how many times land was colonized by green algae and how multicellular plants evolved.
The sequencing of Chlamydomonas' chloroplast genome reveals its potential for improving crop tolerance to phosphates, reducing fertilizer use and environmental pollution. The algae may also be used as a source of renewable hydrogen and bioreactor for producing novel proteins.
Researchers at Cornell University discovered that chloroplasts are connected by long, slender tubules, allowing them to exchange proteins and potentially other molecules. This finding reveals a new form of communication between organelles within plant cells.