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Transcriptional regulation of epicuticular wax biosynthesis in Arabidopsis
Reference
P20283
Principal Investigator / Supervisor
Professor Pierre Broun
Co-Investigators /
Co-Supervisors
Institution
University of York
Department
Biology
Funding type
Research
Value (£)
232,843
Status
Completed
Type
Research Grant
Start date
01/04/2004
End date
30/06/2007
Duration
39 months
Abstract
Epidermal wax biosynthesis involves complex metabolic and secretory mechanisms leading to the formation of a physical barrier between the plant and its aerial environment. After its deposition, epidermal wax and the underlying cuticular layers play an important role in protecting the plant from various biotic and abiotic stresses such as dehydration and the insect herbivory. We have recently discovered a class of transcription factors that are sufficient to induce massive overproduction of epidermal wax. The project aims are to establish the range of biological effects caused by these regulators; to understand their mode of action; to determine their respective roles in the plant, and the extent to which they may be functionally redundant.
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Committee
Closed Committee - Plant & Microbial Sciences (PMS)
Research Topics
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Research Priority
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Research Initiative
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Funding Scheme
X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme
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