Plant growth depends in particular on the transport of ions, charged particles, through the cells. In particular, regulation of the flow of H+ ions (or protons) across cell membranes has multiple functions and is crucial for all eukaryotes, organisms whose cells have membrane-bound nucleus. In an article published in the journal Nature Communications, the authors identify a new regulator of H+ flux, sensitive to mechanical stimulation, in plant cells.These results open up new perspectives in the understanding of plant development processes and their ability to cope with environmental constraints.
Contact: Alexis De Angeli. Team: Ion Flux Coordination and signaling in plant cells (INFLUX)