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Area of Science:

  • Plant genetics and genomics
  • Molecular biology
  • Evolutionary biology

Background:

  • Previous studies sequenced pineapple (Ananas comosus) and identified microRNAs (miRNAs).
  • MIR828, a regulator of anthocyanin biosynthesis, was reported in various plant groups but notably absent in Poales (grasses and bromeliads).
  • Pineapple var. bracteatus has red fruit, suggesting genetic regulation of pigment biosynthesis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the presence and function of MIR828 in pineapple.
  • To determine MIR828's role in regulating fruit color in Ananas comosus var. bracteatus.
  • To explore the evolutionary implications of MIR828 in monocot fruit development.

Main Methods:

  • Bioinformatic analysis of sequenced pineapple accessions.
  • Identification and characterization of MIR828 in pineapple.
  • Analysis of MIR828's post-transcriptional gene silencing targets, including MYB transcription factors.

Main Results:

  • MIR828 was identified in pineapple (Ananas comosus).
  • MIR828 targets MYB family genes involved in pigment biosynthesis.
  • This regulation is linked to the red fruit trait in Ananas comosus var. bracteatus.

Conclusions:

  • MIR828 plays a crucial role in pineapple fruit coloration.
  • The presence of MIR828 in pineapple, previously thought absent in Poales, offers insights into monocot fruit evolution.
  • MIR828's ancient origin (plesiomorphy) may explain convergent evolution of fleshy fruits in monocots.