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[Progresses on plant AP2/ERF transcription factors]
Ji-Yu Zhang1, Qing-Ju Wang, Zhong-Ren Guo
1Institute of Botany, Jiangsu Province and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Nanjing 210014, China. maxzhangjy@163.com
Yi Chuan = Hereditas
|July 19, 2012
Summary
Plant AP2/ERF transcription factors regulate diverse functions, including development and stress responses. This review details their types, roles, and regulation in plants.
Area of Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Plant Science
Context:
- APETALA2/ETHYLENE RESPONSIVE FACTOR (AP2/ERF) transcription factors constitute a large gene family in plants.
- These factors possess a conserved AP2/ERF domain (60-70 amino acids) and are vital across all plant species.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the latest research on plant AP2/ERF transcription factors.
- To elucidate their diverse types, intricate biological functions, and regulatory mechanisms.
Summary:
- AP2/ERF transcription factors are crucial for various processes including plant development, flowering, fruit/seed maturation, and responses to biotic and abiotic stresses (e.g., wounding, pathogens, salinity, drought).
- They play a significant role in salicylic acid, jasmonic acid, ethylene, and abscisic acid signaling pathways, acting as key cross-talk regulators in stress response pathways.
Impact:
- This review consolidates current knowledge, offering insights into the multifaceted roles of AP2/ERF proteins.
- Understanding these factors is crucial for advancing plant science, crop improvement, and stress tolerance strategies.
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