Fengwang Ma
YOU?
Author Swipe
View article: MdDREB2A Negatively Modulates Apple Resistance Against <i>Alternaria alternata</i> by Inhibiting <i>MdPR</i> Genes Expression
MdDREB2A Negatively Modulates Apple Resistance Against <i>Alternaria alternata</i> by Inhibiting <i>MdPR</i> Genes Expression Open
Leaf spot disease, caused by the fungal pathogen Alternaria alternata f. sp. mali , poses a severe threat to apple production. Pathogenesis‐related (PR) genes are crucial for plant immunity, yet their regulatory networks remain poorly unde…
View article: <i>MdATG10</i> Is Targeted by MdbHLH155 and Delays Leaf Senescence in Apple Plants by Activating Autophagy
<i>MdATG10</i> Is Targeted by MdbHLH155 and Delays Leaf Senescence in Apple Plants by Activating Autophagy Open
Leaf senescence is a type of programmed cell death characterised by irreversible physiological and biochemical changes. Autophagy, a cellular degradation pathway, plays a crucial role in regulating plant development, senescence, and resist…
View article: Engineering saline-alkali-tolerant apple rootstock by knocking down MdGH3 genes in M9-T337
Engineering saline-alkali-tolerant apple rootstock by knocking down MdGH3 genes in M9-T337 Open
Soil salinization and alkalization have become an increasingly severe global issues, significantly limiting both the yield and quality of apples ( Malus × domestica ). M9-T337 is a widely used apple dwarfing rootstock; however, it is sensi…
View article: A near‐gapless genome assembly of <i>Pseudocydonia sinensis</i> uncovers unique phenylpropanoid pathways
A near‐gapless genome assembly of <i>Pseudocydonia sinensis</i> uncovers unique phenylpropanoid pathways Open
Summary Pseudocydonia sinensis , commonly known as Chinese quince, belongs to the Rosaceae family and is closely related to apple and pear. Despite its botanical significance, genomic resources for this species remain limited. We present a…
View article: MdDSK2a‐Like‐MdMTA Module Functions in Apple Cold Response via Regulating ROS Detoxification and Cell Wall Deposition
MdDSK2a‐Like‐MdMTA Module Functions in Apple Cold Response via Regulating ROS Detoxification and Cell Wall Deposition Open
N 6 ‐methyladenosine (m 6 A) is the most abundant internal RNA modification in eukaryotic cells. Although the importance of its roles in mRNA metabolism, plant development, and stress responses has been well documented, regulation of its m…
View article: Deciphering Plant NLR Genomic Evolution: Synteny-Informed Classification Unveils Insights into TNL Gene Loss
Deciphering Plant NLR Genomic Evolution: Synteny-Informed Classification Unveils Insights into TNL Gene Loss Open
Nucleotide-binding leucine-rich repeat receptor (NLR) genes encode a pivotal class of plant immune receptors. However, their rampant duplication and loss have made inferring their genomic evolutionary trajectory difficult, exemplified by t…
View article: ABA increases fatty acids levels in apple roots to boost colonization by arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi
ABA increases fatty acids levels in apple roots to boost colonization by arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi Open
The roots of most land plants are in symbiosis with arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi. The fungus promotes nutrient uptake from the soil while receiving plant photosynthate as lipids and sugars. Nutrient exchange must be regulated by both …
View article: [The analysis of gene screening results for common hereditary hearing loss in 2 102 pregnant women in Dali area].
[The analysis of gene screening results for common hereditary hearing loss in 2 102 pregnant women in Dali area]. Open
Objective:By conducting genetic testing of hereditary hearing loss in pregnant women within 17 weeks of gestation in Dali areas, the importance of genetic testing and genetic counseling during pregnancy was emphasized. Methods:Twenty-one m…
View article: The SET‐Domain‐Containing Protein MdSDG26 Negatively Regulates <i>Alternaria alternata</i> Resistance in Apple
The SET‐Domain‐Containing Protein MdSDG26 Negatively Regulates <i>Alternaria alternata</i> Resistance in Apple Open
Apple leaf spot is one of the most devastating diseases in the apple industry, caused by Alternaria alternata f. sp mali ( A. alternata ). SET‐domain group (SDG) proteins function as the histone methyltransferases and participate in plant …
View article: S-RNase Evolution in Self-Incompatibility: Phylogenomic Insights into Synteny with S-Like Genes
S-RNase Evolution in Self-Incompatibility: Phylogenomic Insights into Synteny with S-Like Genes Open
S-RNases are essential in the gametophytic self-incompatibility (GSI) system of many flowering plants, where they act as stylar-S determinants. Despite their significance, the syntenic genomic origin and evolutionary trajectory of S-RNase …
View article: MdSINA2‐MdNAC104 Module Regulates Apple Alkaline Resistance by Affecting γ‐Aminobutyric Acid Synthesis and Transport
MdSINA2‐MdNAC104 Module Regulates Apple Alkaline Resistance by Affecting γ‐Aminobutyric Acid Synthesis and Transport Open
Soil alkalization is an adverse factor limiting plant growth and yield. As a signaling molecule and secondary metabolite, γ‐aminobutyric acid (GABA) responds rapidly to alkaline stress and enhances the alkaline resistance of plants. Howeve…
View article: Sorbitol mediates age-dependent changes in apple plant growth strategy through gibberellin signaling
Sorbitol mediates age-dependent changes in apple plant growth strategy through gibberellin signaling Open
Plants experience various age-dependent changes during juvenile to adult vegetative phase. However, the regulatory mechanisms orchestrating the changes remain largely unknown in apple (Malus domestica). This study showed that tissue-cultur…
View article: The MdHSC70–MdWRKY75 module mediates basal apple thermotolerance by regulating the expression of heat shock factor genes
The MdHSC70–MdWRKY75 module mediates basal apple thermotolerance by regulating the expression of heat shock factor genes Open
Heat stress severely restricts the growth and fruit development of apple (Malus domestica). Little is known about the involvement of WRKY proteins in the heat tolerance mechanism in apple. In this study, we found that the apple transcripti…
View article: Genome sequencing of 'Fuji' apple clonal varieties reveals evolutionary history and genetic mechanism of the spur-type morphology
Genome sequencing of 'Fuji' apple clonal varieties reveals evolutionary history and genetic mechanism of the spur-type morphology Open
Somatic variations arising during asexual reproduction can lead to the emergence of bud sports exhibiting advantageous traits, forming the basis for bud sport breeding in perennial plants. Here, we report a near-complete, fully phased geno…
View article: The <scp>MdVQ37‐MdWRKY100</scp> complex regulates salicylic acid content and <i>MdRPM1</i> expression to modulate resistance to Glomerella leaf spot in apples
The <span>MdVQ37‐MdWRKY100</span> complex regulates salicylic acid content and <i>MdRPM1</i> expression to modulate resistance to Glomerella leaf spot in apples Open
Summary Glomerella leaf spot (GLS), caused by the fungus Colletotrichum fructicola , is considered one of the most destructive diseases affecting apples. The VQ‐WRKY complex plays a crucial role in the response of plants to biotic stresses…
View article: Transposable elements in Rosaceae: insights into genome evolution, expression dynamics, and syntenic gene regulation
Transposable elements in Rosaceae: insights into genome evolution, expression dynamics, and syntenic gene regulation Open
Transposable elements (TEs) exert significant influence on plant genomic structure and gene expression. Here, we explored TE-related aspects across 14 Rosaceae genomes, investigating genomic distribution, transposition activity, expression…
View article: Glucose uptake from the rhizosphere mediated by <scp>MdDOF3</scp>‐<scp>MdHT1</scp>.2 regulates drought resistance in apple
Glucose uptake from the rhizosphere mediated by <span>MdDOF3</span>‐<span>MdHT1</span>.2 regulates drought resistance in apple Open
Summary In plants under drought stress, sugar content in roots increases, which is important for drought resistance. However, the molecular mechanisms for controlling the sugar content in roots during response to drought remain elusive. He…
View article: Evaluating the sustainable cultivation of 'Fuji' apples: suitable crop load and the impact of chemical thinning agents on fruit quality and transcription
Evaluating the sustainable cultivation of 'Fuji' apples: suitable crop load and the impact of chemical thinning agents on fruit quality and transcription Open
The optimal load capacity provides sustainable production and high quality in 'Fuji' apple production. Determining optimal crop loads with simple and affordable thinning methods is critical for apple. We set different load capacities on di…
View article: The transcription factor MdBPC2 alters apple growth and promotes dwarfing by regulating auxin biosynthesis
The transcription factor MdBPC2 alters apple growth and promotes dwarfing by regulating auxin biosynthesis Open
Auxin plays important roles throughout plant growth and development. However, the mechanisms of auxin regulation of plant structure are poorly understood. In this study, we identified a transcription factor (TF) of the BARLEY B RECOMBINANT…
View article: Origin and early divergence of tandem duplicated sorbitol transporter genes in Rosaceae: insights from evolutionary analysis of the <scp>SOT</scp> gene family in angiosperms
Origin and early divergence of tandem duplicated sorbitol transporter genes in Rosaceae: insights from evolutionary analysis of the <span>SOT</span> gene family in angiosperms Open
SUMMARY Sorbitol is a critical photosynthate and storage substance in the Rosaceae family. Sorbitol transporters (SOTs) play a vital role in facilitating sorbitol allocation from source to sink organs and sugar accumulation in sink organs.…
View article: Melatonin confers tolerance to nitrogen deficiency through regulating <i>MdHY5</i> in apple plants
Melatonin confers tolerance to nitrogen deficiency through regulating <i>MdHY5</i> in apple plants Open
SUMMARY Nitrogen (N) is an essential nutrient for crop growth and development, significantly influencing both yield and quality. Melatonin (MT), a known enhancer of abiotic stress tolerance, has been extensively studied. However, its relat…
View article: MdbHLH160 is stabilized via reduced MdBT2-mediated degradation to promote <i>MdSOD1</i> and <i>MdDREB2A-like</i> expression for apple drought tolerance
MdbHLH160 is stabilized via reduced MdBT2-mediated degradation to promote <i>MdSOD1</i> and <i>MdDREB2A-like</i> expression for apple drought tolerance Open
Drought stress is a key environmental factor limiting the productivity, quality, and geographic distribution of crops worldwide. Abscisic acid (ABA) plays an important role in plant drought stress responses, but the molecular mechanisms re…
View article: The chromatin remodeller MdRAD5B enhances drought tolerance by coupling MdLHP1‐mediated H3K27me3 in apple
The chromatin remodeller MdRAD5B enhances drought tolerance by coupling MdLHP1‐mediated H3K27me3 in apple Open
Summary RAD5B belongs to the Rad5/16‐like group of the SNF2 family, which often functions in chromatin remodelling. However, whether RAD5B is involved in chromatin remodelling, histone modification, and drought stress tolerance is largely …
View article: Effects of Four Photo-Selective Colored Hail Nets on an Apple in Loess Plateau, China
Effects of Four Photo-Selective Colored Hail Nets on an Apple in Loess Plateau, China Open
Hail, known as an agricultural meteorological disaster, can substantially constrain the growth of the apple industry. Presently, apple orchards use a variety of colored (photo-selective) hail nets as a preventative measure. However, it is …