Study of OsDof12 Transcripts in Rice
Author Information
Author(s): Li Dejun, Yang Chunhua, Li Xiaobing, Ji Guobiao, Zhu Lihuang
Primary Institution: State Key Laboratory of Plant Genomics & National Plant Gene Research Center, Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Hypothesis
The expression patterns of OsDof12 and its antisense transcript OsDof12os are regulated by their promoters and environmental factors.
Conclusion
The co-expression patterns of OsDof12 and OsDof12os might be attributed to the common nature of their promoters.
Supporting Evidence
- OsDof12 and OsDof12os transcripts were co-expressed in the same tissues.
- The expression of both genes was significantly induced under drought treatment.
- The expression patterns of OsDof12 and OsDof12os were reciprocal at different developmental stages.
Takeaway
This study looks at two related genes in rice that work together and change their activity based on the plant's environment, like when it's dry or dark.
Methodology
The study involved analyzing gene expression patterns using Northern blotting and RT-PCR in various tissues and under different treatments.
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