Agrobacterium strains transfer a single-strand form of T-DNA (T-strands) and Virulence (Vir)
effector proteins to plant cells. Following transfer, T-strands likely form complexes with Vir …

Drought stress is a major constraint to the production and yield stability of soybean [Glycine
max (L.) Merr.]. For developing high yielding varieties under drought conditions, the most …

The most widespread dietary problem in the world is mineral deficiency. We used the
nicotianamine synthase (NAS) gene to increase mineral contents in rice grains …

Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) cascades have been identified in various signaling
pathways involved in plant development and stress responses. We identified a drought …

Drought is a major limiting factor for crop production. To identify critical genes for drought
resistance in rice (Oryza sativa), we screened T-DNA mutants and identified a drought …

Uptake and translocation of metal nutrients are essential processes for plant growth.
Graminaceous species release phytosiderophores that bind to Fe3+; these complexes are …

Nitrogen (N) is a major factor for plant development and productivity. However, the
application of nitrogenous fertilizers generates environmental and economic problems. To …

We have isolated a floury endosperm‐4 (flo4) rice mutant with a floury‐white endosperm but
a normal outer portion. Scanning electron microscopic analysis revealed that this abnormal …

In many countries, genetically modified organisms (GMO) legislations have been
established in order to guarantee the traceability of food/feed products on the market and to …

P1B-type heavy-metal ATPases (HMAs) are transmembrane metal-transporting proteins that
play a key role in metal homeostasis. Despite their importance, very little is known about …