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Shoot-derived cytokinins systemically regulate root nodulation.
Nature communications - 19 Sept 2014
Sasaki Takema, Suzaki Takuya, Soyano Takashi, Kojima Mikiko, Sakakibara Hitoshi, Kawaguchi Masayoshi
Abstract excerpt
Legumes establish symbiotic associations with nitrogen-fixing bacteria (rhizobia) in root nodules to obtain nitrogen. Legumes control nodule number through long-distance communication between roots and shoots, maintaining the proper symbiotic balance. Rhizobial infection triggers the production of mobile CLE-RS1/2 peptides in Lotus japonicus roots; the perception of the signal by receptor kinase HAR1 in shoots...
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