Plant Genetic Research
Scientific Journal

Identification, Isolation and Characterization of Some Members of the Snakin/GASA Genes Family in Echinacea purpureae

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Mahtab Zeynivand 1
Ahmad Ismaili 2
Seyed Sajad Sohrabi 2
Nezam Armand 3

1 Department of Production Engineering and Plant Genetics, Facultyof Agriculture, Lorestan University, Iran

2 Department of Production Engineering and Plant Genetics, Faculty of Agriculture, Lorestan University, Iran

3 Department of Biology, Faculty of Basic Sciences, Khatam Al-AnbiaUniversity of Technology Behbahan, Iran

https://doi.org/10.22034/pgr.2024.11.2.7
Abstract
The Snakin/GASA protein family in plants plays a crucial role in regulating plant growth, defense, and bacteriostasis. These proteins are involved in various signaling pathways that help plants respond to pathogens. Additionally, they have been found to interact with other proteins to modulate gene expression and promote plant development. These peptides play a crucial role in protecting plants from pathogens by disrupting their cell membranes or interfering with their cellular processes. The Snakin/GASA proteins also have the ability to induce systemic resistance in plants, enhancing their overall defense mechanisms against various threats. Furthermore, it has been established that these peptides play a role in the development of plant adaptations to a wide range of abiotic stresses. Overall, the multifunctional nature of Snakin/GASA proteins highlights their importance in plant defense and adaptation mechanisms. Their diverse roles make them valuable targets for further research in improving crop resilience and productivity in challenging environments. Therefore, in this study Snakin/GASA family members were identified and analyzed in Echinacea purpurea.

Keywords

Echinacea purpureae
Biotic and abiotic stresses
Antimicrobial peptides
Plant Genetic Research
Volume 11, Issue 2
December 2024
Pages 99-118

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