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Characterisation of Bsd1 gene action during photosynthetic development in grasses
Reference
G08291
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Professor Jane Langdale
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University of Oxford
Department
Plant Sciences
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
213,654
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
21/09/1998
End date
21/09/2001
Duration
36 months
Abstract
Mutant characterisation has shown that the Bsd1 gene regulates photosynthetic differentiation in both C4 and C3 maize tissues. On the basis of sequence data, we have suggested that BSD1 functions as a novel transcription factor. This proposal aims to test our hypothesis and to identify genes that interact with Bsd1 to facilitate photosynthetic development. First, accumulation patterns of Bsd1 gene products will be determined in both maize (C4) and rice (C3). Second, mutational analysis in maize will identify functional domains within the Bsd1 gene. Third, DNA binding assays and yeast two hybrid analysis will identify genes that interact with Bsd1. Finally, transgenic manipulation in rice will assess the functional significance of Bsd1 in C3 plants. This work will enhance our understanding of how cellular differentiation events are regulated during the development of both C4 and C3 grass leaves.
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Committee
Closed Committee - Genes & Developmental Biology (GDB)
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Research Priority
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Funding Scheme
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