Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) modules play key roles in the transduction of
environmental and developmental signals through phosphorylation of downstream signaling …

Studies with model plants such as Arabidopsis thaliana have revealed that phytohormones
are central regulators of plant defense. The intricate network of phytohormone signaling …

The growth and yield of many crops, including cotton, are affected by water deficit. Cotton
has evolved drought specific as well as general morpho‐physiological, biochemical and …

WRKY transcription factors (TFs) are crucial regulators in response to pathogen infection.
However, the regulatory mechanisms of WRKY TFs in response to Fusarium oxysporum f …

Fusarium wilt is one of the most serious diseases affecting cotton. However, the
pathogenesis and mechanism by which Fusarium oxysporum overcomes plant defence …

The cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.), an economically important vegetable crop, is often
infected by Pseudoperonospora cubensis (P. cubensis), which results in inhibited growth …

Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) cascades are common and conserved signal
transduction pathways and play important roles in various biotic and abiotic stress …

WRKY proteins constitute transcriptional regulators involved in various biological processes,
especially in coping with diverse biotic and abiotic stresses. However, in contrast to other …

Fusarium wilt is a major biotic stress affecting the productivity of cotton (Gossypium
hirsutum). Although mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) cascades play critical roles in …

Background The cotton crop is universally considered as protein and edible oil source
besides the major contributor of natural fiber and is grown in tropical and subtropical regions …