Epigenetic modifications in DNA bases and histone proteins play important roles in the
regulation of gene expression and genome stability. Chemical modification of DNA base …

Melatonin (MEL) has been revealed as a phylogenetically conserved molecule with a
ubiquitous distribution from primitive photosynthetic bacteria to higher plants, including …

Plants are invaded by an array of pathogens of which only a few succeed in causing
disease. The attack by others is countered by a sophisticated immune system possessed by …

To establish a successful infection plant viruses have to overcome a defense system
composed of several layers. This review will overview the various strategies plants employ …

Epigenetics has become one of the hottest topics of research in plant functional genomics
since it appears promising in deciphering and imparting stress-adaptive potential in crops …

DNA methylation is a dynamic epigenetic mechanism that plays a significant role in gene
expression and also maintains chromatin stability. The process is conserved in both plants …

Key message Recent advances in Setaria genomics appear promising for genetic
improvement of cereals and biofuel crops towards providing multiple securities to the …

Background The major role of enzymatic toxins that target nucleic acids in biological
conflicts at all levels has become increasingly apparent thanks in large part to the advances …

Drought stress causes changes in the morphological, physiological, biochemical and
molecular characteristics of plants. The response to drought in different plants may vary from …

Zucchini yellow mosaic virus (ZYMV) causes serious damage in a large number of cucurbits,
and control measures are necessary. Transgenic cucurbits expressing parts of the ZYMV …