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Extracellular vesicles in plant-microbe interactions: Recent advances and future directions
Junsong Zhang1, Liying Pan2, Wenjie Xu2
1College of Biology and Food, Shangqiu Normal University, Shangqiu 476000, China; College of Life Sciences, Henan Normal University, Xinxiang 453007, China.
Summary
Plant extracellular vesicles (EVs) mediate communication between plants and microbes. These nanoparticles transfer bioactive molecules, influencing plant-microbe interactions and immune signaling across species.
Area of Science:
- Plant biology
- Microbiology
- Cell biology
- Biochemistry
Background:
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are key mediators of intercellular communication in mammals, transporting proteins and small RNAs.
- Research on plant EVs has been historically limited by challenges in isolation and detection methods.
- Recent advancements reveal that plants and pathogens release EVs containing diverse bioactive molecules.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of the roles of plant extracellular vesicles (EVs) in mediating plant-microbe interactions.
- To highlight the significance of EVs in inter-kingdom communication and the transfer of bioactive molecules.
- To explore the potential of EVs in plant immunity and symbiotic relationships.
Main Methods:
- Literature review synthesizing current research on plant extracellular vesicles (EVs).
- Analysis of studies focusing on EV-mediated communication between plants and various microbes (fungi, bacteria, viruses).
- Examination of evidence for EV involvement in symbiotic interactions and immune signaling.
Main Results:
- Plant and pathogen EVs facilitate the transfer of proteins, metabolites, lipids, and small RNAs across kingdoms.
- EVs are crucial for mediating interactions between plants and microbes, including pathogenic and symbiotic relationships.
- EVs contribute to the exchange of immune signals and active substances, influencing plant defense and inter-species communication.
Conclusions:
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) play a pivotal role in plant-microbe interactions by enabling the transfer of essential biomolecules.
- EVs represent a significant mechanism for intercellular and inter-kingdom communication, impacting plant health and disease.
- Further research into plant EVs offers potential for novel strategies in agriculture and disease management.
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