The Plant Pathology Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
40(6), P. 641 - 655
Published: Nov. 29, 2024
Phytophthora
root
and
stem
rot,
caused
by
sojae,
considerably
reduces
soybean
yield
worldwide.
Our
previous
study
identified
two
genomic
regions
on
chromosome
18
(2.1-2.6
53.1-53.3
Mbp)
that
confer
resistance
to
the
P.
sojae
isolate
2457,
through
linkage
analysis
using
progenies
derived
from
Daepung
×
Socheong2
population.
These
contained
51
19
annotated
genes,
respectively.
However,
specific
gene
responsible
for
2457
has
yet
be
identified.
In
this
study,
we
performed
a
comparative
transcriptomic
of
Daepung,
Korean
varieties
as
resistant
susceptible
RNA
sequencing
was
conducted
tissue
samples
collected
at
0,
6,
12
hours
after
inoculation
(HAI),
significant
differences
in
expression
defense-related
genes
were
observed
across
time
points
between
cultivars.
Genes
associated
with
jasmonic
acid,
salicylic
ethylene,
systemic
acquired
pathways
upregulated
both
cultivars
6
HAI
compared
0
HAI,
these
biological
processes
more
strongly
HAI.
A
comparison
differentially
expressed
(DEGs)
candidate
within
previously
QTL
revealed
an
ortholog
HS1
PRO-1
2
Arabidopsis
thaliana
among
DEGs
Socheong2,
particularly
This
will
aid
targeted
breeding
efforts
develop
improved
sojae.
Frontiers in Plant Science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15
Published: Feb. 9, 2024
Isoflavonoids
constitute
a
well-investigated
category
of
phenylpropanoid-derived
specialized
metabolites
primarily
found
in
leguminous
plants.
They
play
crucial
role
legume
development
and
interactions
with
the
environment.
usually
function
as
phytoalexins,
acting
against
pathogenic
microbes
nature.
Additionally,
they
serve
signaling
molecules
rhizobial
symbiosis.
Notably,
owing
to
their
molecular
structure
resembling
human
estrogen,
are
recognized
phytoestrogens,
imparting
positive
effects
on
health.
This
review
comprehensively
outlines
recent
advancements
research
pertaining
isoflavonoid
biosynthesis,
transcriptional
regulation,
transport,
physiological
functions,
particular
emphasis
soybean
we
pose
several
questions
encourage
exploration
into
novel
contributors
metabolism
potential
roles
plant-microbe
interactions.
Plants,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(10), P. 1351 - 1351
Published: May 14, 2024
Soybean
vegetable
oil
is
an
important
source
of
the
human
diet.
However,
analysis
genetic
mechanism
leading
to
changes
in
soybean
content
still
incomplete.
In
this
study,
a
total
227
materials
were
applied
and
analyzed
by
genome-wide
association
study
(GWAS).
There
are
44
quantitative
trait
nucleotides
(QTNs)
that
identified
as
associated
with
content.
A
six,
four,
34
significant
QTN
loci
Xiangyang,
Hulan,
Acheng,
respectively.
Of
those,
26
QTNs
overlapped
or
near
known
locus
(QTL),
18
new
related
identified.
594
genes
located
peak
single
nucleotide
polymorphism
(SNP)
from
three
tested
environments.
These
candidate
exhibited
enrichment
tropane,
piperidine,
pyridine
alkaloid
biosynthesiss
(ko00960),
ABC
transporters
(ko02010),
photosynthesis-antenna
proteins
(ko00196),
betalain
biosynthesis
(ko00965).
Combined
GWAS
weighted
gene
co-expression
network
(WGCNA),
four
(Glyma.18G300100,
Glyma.11G221100,
Glyma.13G343300,
Glyma.02G166100)
may
regulate
addition,
Glyma.18G300100
was
divided
into
two
main
haplotypes
studied
accessions.
The
haplotype
1
significantly
lower
than
2.
Our
research
findings
provide
theoretical
basis
for
improving
regulatory
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(4), P. 2391 - 2391
Published: Feb. 17, 2024
The
lemon
industry
in
the
Mediterranean
basin
is
strongly
threatened
by
“mal
secco”
disease
(MSD)
caused
fungus
Plenodomus
tracheiphlilus.
Leaf
pretreatments
with
Pseudomonas
mediterranea
3C
have
been
proposed
as
innovative
tools
for
eco-sustainable
interventions
aimed
at
controlling
disease.
In
this
study,
exploiting
results
of
previously
performed
RNAseq
analysis,
WCGNA
was
conducted
among
gene
expression
patterns
both
inoculated
(Pt)
and
pretreated
fungus-inoculated
plants
(Citrus
limon
L.)
(3CPt),
two
indicators
fungal
infection,
i.e.,
amount
DNA
measured
planta
index
(DI).
aims
work
were
(a)
to
identify
modules
significantly
associated
those
traits,
(b)
construct
co-expression
networks
related
mal
secco
disease;
(c)
define
effect
action
mechanisms
P.
comparing
networks.
led
identification
nine
hub
genes
networks,
three
them
belonging
receptor-like
kinases
(RLK),
such
HERK1,
CLAVATA1
LRR,
which
play
crucial
roles
plant–pathogen
interaction.
Moreover,
comparison
between
indicated
that
receptors
not
induced
presence
mediterranea,
suggesting
how
powerful
discovering
must
undergo
further
investigation
be
eventually
knocked
out.
Plants,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(2), P. 156 - 156
Published: Jan. 5, 2024
Soybean
(Glycine
max
(L.)
Merrill)
isoflavones
are
among
the
most
important
secondary
metabolites,
with
functional
benefits
for
human
health.
Soybeans
accumulate
three
aglycone
forms
of
isoflavones:
genistein,
daidzein,
and
glycitein.
landrace
Kumachi-1
does
not
malonylglycitin
at
all.
Gene
structure
analysis
indicated
that
Glyma.11G108300
(F6H4)
has
a
3.8-kbp
insertion,
resulting
in
truncated
flavonoid
6-hydroxylase
(F6H)
sequence
compared
to
wild-type
Fukuyutaka.
Mapping
experiments
using
mutant
line
(MUT1246)
phenotype
similar
Kumachi-1,
single-nucleotide
polymorphism
(SNP)
F6H4,
revealed
co-segregation
this
mutation
absence
glycitein
isoflavones.
We
also
identified
(K01)
exhibited
change
HPLC
retention
time
isoflavones,
accumulating
glycoside
malonylglycoside
6-hydroxydaidzein.
K01
contains
an
SNP
produces
premature
stop
codon
Glyma.01G004200
(IOMT3),
novel
soybean
isoflavone
O-methyltransferase
(IOMT)
gene.
further
analyzed
transgenic
hairy
roots
soybeans
expressing
(IOMT3).
Those
overexpressing
F6H4
accumulated
6-hydroxydaidzein
(M_6HD),
co-expression
IOMT3
increased
level
but
M_6HD.
These
results
indicate
responsible
biosynthesis
seed
hypocotyl.
Plant Biotechnology Journal,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Dec. 8, 2024
Summary
Soybean
[
Glycine
max
(L.)
Merr.]
is
an
exceptionally
rich
in
isoflavones,
and
these
compounds
attach
to
oestrogen
receptors
the
human
body,
lessening
risk
of
breast
cancer
effectively
alleviating
menopausal
syndrome
symptoms.
Uncovering
molecular
mechanisms
that
regulate
soybean
isoflavone
accumulation
crucial
for
enhancing
production
compounds.
In
this
study,
we
combined
bulk
segregant
analysis
sequencing
(BSA‐seq)
a
genome‐wide
association
study
(GWAS)
discover
novel
R2R3‐MYB
family
gene,
GmMYB77
,
regulates
soybean.
Using
hairy
root
transient
expression
system,
verified
inhibits
accumulation.
Furthermore,
knocking
out
significantly
increased
total
(TIF)
content,
particularly
malonylglycitin,
while
its
overexpression
resulted
notable
decrease
contents
malonylglycitin
TIF.
We
found
can
directly
binds
core
sequence
GGT
suppresses
key
biosynthesis
genes
Isoflavone
synthase
1
(
GmIFS1
),
2
GmIFS2
Chalcone
7
GmCHS7
)
8
GmCHS8
by
using
dual‐luciferase
assays,
electrophoretic
mobility
shift
assays
yeast
one‐hybrid
experiments.
Natural
variations
promoter
region
affect
expression,
thereby
regulating
TIF
contents.
Hap‐P2,
elite
haplotype,
plays
pivotal
role
breeding
substantially
enhanced
content.
These
findings
enhance
our
understanding
influencing
content
provide
valuable
genetic
resource
efforts
future.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 29, 2024
Abstract
Root
system
architecture
(RSA)
describes
the
shape
and
arrangement
of
a
plant’s
roots
in
soil
including
angle,
rate
growth,
type
individual
roots,
which
facilitates
uptake
nutrients
water.
In
crop
improvement
efforts,
RSA
has
been
less
well
studied
due
to
technical
challenges
associated
with
phenotyping
as
focus
on
above-ground
traits
such
yield.
We
developed
gel-based
root
called
RADICYL
(Root
Architecture
3D
Cylinder),
is
non-invasive,
high-throughput
approach
that
enabled
us
measure
15
traits.
leveraged
perform
comprehensive
genome-wide
association
study
(GWAS)
panel
371
diverse
soybean
elite
lines,
cultivars,
landraces,
closely
related
species
identify
gene
networks
underlying
RSA.
identified
54
significant
single
nucleotide
polymorphisms
(SNPs)
our
GWAS,
some
were
shared
across
multiple
while
others
specific
given
trait.
generated
cell
atlas
using
nuclei
RNA
sequencing
(snRNAseq)
explore
genes
context
tissues.
Using
co-expression
network
(GCN)
analyses
applied
RNA-seq
tissues,
we
network-level
associations
predominantly
expressed
endodermis
width,
those
metaphloem
lateral
length.
Our
results
suggest
pathways
active
cell-types
influence
architecture.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
72(33), P. 18573 - 18584
Published: Aug. 6, 2024
Isoflavone
is
a
secondary
metabolite
of
the
soybean
phenylpropyl
biosynthesis
pathway
with
physiological
activity
and
beneficial
to
human
health.
In
this
study,
isoflavone
content
205
germplasm
resources
from
3
locations
in
2020
showed
wide
phenotypic
variation.
A
joint
genome-wide
association
study
(GWAS)
weighted
gene
coexpression
network
analysis
(WGCNA)
identified
33
single-nucleotide
polymorphisms
11
key
genes
associated
content.
Gene
ontology
enrichment
analysis,
coexpression,
haplotype
revealed
natural
variations
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
25(18), P. 10221 - 10221
Published: Sept. 23, 2024
Isoflavones
belong
to
the
class
of
flavonoid
compounds,
which
are
important
secondary
metabolites
that
play
a
crucial
role
in
plant
development
and
defense.
Acetyl-CoA
carboxylase
(ACCase)
is
biotin-dependent
enzyme
catalyzes
conversion
into
Malonyl-CoA
plants.
It
key
fatty
acid
synthesis
also
production
various
metabolites.
However,
information
on
ACC
gene
family
soybean
(Glycine
max
L.
Merr.)
genome
specific
members
involved
isoflavone
biosynthesis
still
lacking.
In
this
study,
we
identified
20
genes
(GmACCs)
from
further
characterized
their
evolutionary
relationships
expression
patterns.
Phylogenetic
analysis
showed
GmACCs
could
be
divided
five
groups,
structures
within
same
groups
were
highly
conserved,
indicating
they
had
similar
functions.
The
randomly
distributed
across
12
chromosomes,
collinearity
suggested
many
originated
tandem
segmental
duplications,
with
these
being
under
purifying
selection.
addition,
pattern
indicated
there
was
functional
divergence
among
different
tissues.
reached
peak
levels
during
early
or
middle
stages
seed
development.
Based
transcriptome
content
data,
weighted
co-expression
network
constructed,
three
candidate
(Glyma.06G105900,
Glyma.13G363500,
Glyma.13G057400)
may
positively
regulate
identified.
These
results
provide
valuable
for
characterization
application
soybean.
Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
72(19), P. 10944 - 10957
Published: May 6, 2024
Isoflavones,
the
major
secondary
metabolites
of
interest
due
to
their
benefits
both
human
and
plant
health,
are
exclusively
produced
by
legumes.
In
this
study,
we
profiled
isoflavone
content
in
dry
seeds
from
211
soybean
[Glycine
max
(L.)
Merr.]
accessions
grown
across
five
environments.
Broad
discernible
phenotypic
variations
were
observed
among
accessions,
regions,
years
growth.
Twenty-six
single-nucleotide
polymorphisms
(SNPs)
associated
with
sum
glycitein
(GLE),
glycitin
(GL),
6″-O-acetylglycitin
(AGL),
6″-O-malonylglycitin
(MGL)
contents
detected
multiple
environments
via
a
genome-wide
association
study
(GWAS).
These
SNPs
located
on
chromosome
11
(8,148,438
bp
8,296,956
bp,
renamed
qGly11–01).
Glyma.11g108300
(GmGLY1),
gene
that
encodes
P450
family
protein,
was
identified
sequence
variation
analysis,
functional
annotation,
weighted
coexpression
network
analysis
(WGCNA),
expression
profile
candidate
gene,
hairy
roots
transformation
soybean.
Overexpression
GmGLY1
increased
(GLC)
transgenic
seeds,
while
CRISPR/Cas9-generated
mutants
exhibited
decreased
GLC
daidzein
(DAC).
Haplotype
revealed
allelic
significantly
affect
accumulation.
findings
enhance
our
understanding
genes
influencing
may
guide
breeding
for
lines
high
stable
GLC.