Publication details
Nitrate Contra Auxin: Nutriet Sensing by Roots
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| Year of publication | 2010 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | Developmental Cell |
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| Citation | |
| Doi | http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.devcel.2010.05.020 |
| Field | Genetics and molecular biology |
| Keywords | Nitrate; Auxin; Roots; Nutrients |
| Description | In a new study published in this issue of Developmental Cell, Krouk et al. reveal a surprising mechanism by which plant root systems adapt their architecture for soil exploitation. The dual transporter NRT1.1 uses both nitrate and the plant hormone auxin as substrates, enabling soil nitrate availability to regulate auxin-driven lateral root development. |
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