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Roles of acyl-CoA-binding proteins in plant reproduction
Mohd Fadhli Hamdan1, Shiu-Cheung Lung1, Ze-Hua Guo1
1School of Biological Sciences, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam, Hong Kong, China.
Abstract:
Acyl-CoA-binding proteins (ACBPs) constitute a well-conserved family of proteins in eukaryotes that are important in stress responses and development. Past studies have shown that ACBPs are involved in maintaining, transporting and protecting acyl-CoA esters during lipid biosynthesis in plants, mammals, and yeast. ACBPs show differential expression and various binding affinities for acyl-CoA esters. Hence, ACBPs can play a crucial part in maintaining lipid homeostasis. This review summarizes the functions of ACBPs during the stages of reproduction in plants and other organisms. A comprehensive understanding on the roles of ACBPs during plant reproduction may lead to opportunities in crop improvement in agriculture.
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