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Identification of SclB, a Zn(II)2Cys6 transcription factor involved in sclerotium formation in Aspergillus niger.
Fungal genetics and biology : FG & B - 1 Jun 2020
Jørgensen Thomas R, Burggraaf Anne-Marie, Arentshorst Mark, Schutze Tabea, Lamers Gerda, Niu Jing, Kwon Min Jin, Park Joohae, Frisvad Jens C, Nielsen Kristian F, Meyer Vera, van den Hondel Cees A M J J, Dyer Paul S, Ram Arthur F J
Abstract excerpt
Certain Aspergillus species such as Aspergillus flavus and A. parasiticus are well known for the formation of sclerotia. These developmental structures are thought to act as survival structures during adverse environmental conditions but are also a prerequisite for sexual reproduction. We previously described an A. niger mutant (scl-2) which formed sclerotium-like structures, suggesting a possible first stage of...
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