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Genome-Wide Association Study of Cuticle and Lipid Droplet Properties of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) Fruit.
International journal of molecular sciences - 28 Aug 2024
Rett-Cadman Stephanie, Weng Yiqun, Fei Zhangjun, Thompson Addie, Grumet Rebecca
Abstract excerpt
The fruit surface is a critical first line of defense against environmental stress. Overlaying the fruit epidermis is the cuticle, comprising a matrix of cutin monomers and waxes that provides protection and mechanical support throughout development. The epidermal layer of the cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) fruit also contains prominent lipid droplets, which have recently been recognized as dynamic organelles...
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