An Autophagy-Related Kinase Is Essential for the Symbiotic Relationship Between Phaseolus Vulgaris and Both Rhizobia and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi

    August 2016 in “ ˜The œPlant cell ”
    Georgina Estrada-Navarrete, Neftaly Cruz-Mireles, Ramiro Lascano, Xóchitl Alvarado‐Affantranger, Alejandra Hernández-Barrera, Aarón Barraza, Juan Elías Olivares, Manoj‐Kumar Arthikala, Luis Cárdenas, Carmen Quinto, Federico Sánchez
    TLDR A specific enzyme is crucial for the bean plant's relationship with certain beneficial soil bacteria and fungi.
    The study concluded that the autophagy-related kinase Pv-PI3K was crucial for the symbiotic relationship between Phaseolus vulgaris (common bean) and both rhizobia and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. Downregulation of Pv-PI3K led to significant impairments in root hair growth, nodule formation, and fungal colonization, highlighting the kinase's essential role in nutrient exchange and overall plant health. The findings underscored the importance of autophagy in facilitating these symbiotic interactions and suggested potential biotechnological targets for improving crop productivity.
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