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402a: The mechanisms and manipulation of cation transport
Reference
BBS/E/H/00032643
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Prof. Philip White
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University of Warwick
Department
Warwick HRI
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
398,400
Status
Completed
Type
Institute Project
Start date
01/04/2003
End date
31/03/2005
Duration
24 months
Abstract
Genes for cyclic-nucleotide gated channels (CNGCs) encode voltage-independent cation channels. These channels contribute to cytoplasmic Ca2+ signals and catalyse the influx of essential cations to plant cells. However, they also constitute a major pathway for toxic Na+ and Cs+ entry into plants. Evidence suggests that down-regulating CNGC activities in roots will confer salinity tolerance and allow safe crops to be grown on land contaminated by radioactive Cs+ isotopes. This programme is targeting specific CNGCs whose activity impacts on Na+ and Cs+ content, but not on plant growth and morphology, to reduce the accumulation of toxic cations in arabidopsis, brassicas and tomato.
Summary
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Committee
Closed Committee - Plant & Microbial Sciences (PMS)
Research Topics
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Research Priority
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Funding Scheme
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