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The miR156b-GmSPL9d module modulates nodulation by targeting multiple core nodulation genes in soybean
Jinxia Yun1, Zhengxi Sun1,2,3, Qiong Jiang3
1National Key Laboratory of Crop Genetic Improvement, College of Plant Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, 430070, China.
The New Phytologist
|December 4, 2021
Summary
The miR156b-GmSPL9d module in soybean roots is a master regulator of symbiotic nodulation. It controls key genes, influencing nitrogen fixation and plant growth.
Area of Science:
- Plant Molecular Biology
- Legume Symbiosis
- Nitrogen Fixation
Background:
- Symbiotic nodulation in legumes is crucial for nitrogen fixation, regulated by complex molecular networks.
- The miR156-SPL module's role in legume nodulation requires further elucidation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the function of the miR156b-GmSPL9d module in soybean symbiotic nodulation.
- To identify the target genes regulated by this module during nodulation.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of miR156 family gene expression during soybean nodulation.
- Investigating the regulatory interactions between miR156b, GmSPL9d, and downstream genes.
- Promoter binding assays and gene expression analysis.
Main Results:
- miR156b negatively regulates nodulation by targeting GmSPL9d, a positive regulator.
- GmSPL9d activates the expression of miR172c, indicating a conserved regulatory role.
- GmSPL9d directly binds to and regulates the expression of soybean nodulation marker genes GmNINa and GmENOD40-1.
Conclusions:
- The miR156b-GmSPL9d module is an upstream master regulator of soybean nodulation.
- This module coordinates multiple genes essential for nodule formation and development.
- Findings provide insight into the molecular mechanisms governing legume-microbe symbiosis.
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