{"title":"Cover Image:","authors":"","doi":"10.1111/jipb.13703","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.13703","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Grapes have been a part of human civilization throughout our history. Cultivated grapes were domesticated from wild grapes and the cover illustrates the domestication process: wild grapes on the left contrast with cultivated grapes on the right, mitochondria symbolize the cytoplasmic component, a DNA double helix bridges genetic information exchange, and the nucleus within the grape fruits represents the nuclear genome. Together, these images highlight the continuous cytonuclear interactions that have shaped grape domestication. This cover features the study by Hou et al. (page: 2686–2703), who uncovered the potential role of cytoplasmic genomes in domestication, offering new insights into grape evolution and crop improvement.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":"67 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jipb.13703","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145228198","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Guangzheng Sun, Jun Chen, Tang Li, Qinsheng Zhu, Xinrui Li, Xuan Mi, Wenxia Wang, Zhichao Zhang, Keyi Huang, Ruoting Yao, Bo Yang, Wenwu Ye, Kaixuan Duan, Zhenchuan Ma, Ke Yu, Yiming Wang, Suomeng Dong, Yan Wang, Heng Yin, Yuanchao Wang
{"title":"A GmNRF5a-GmCERK1-GmCAK1 module mediates chitin/chitosan-triggered immune response in soybean.","authors":"Guangzheng Sun, Jun Chen, Tang Li, Qinsheng Zhu, Xinrui Li, Xuan Mi, Wenxia Wang, Zhichao Zhang, Keyi Huang, Ruoting Yao, Bo Yang, Wenwu Ye, Kaixuan Duan, Zhenchuan Ma, Ke Yu, Yiming Wang, Suomeng Dong, Yan Wang, Heng Yin, Yuanchao Wang","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70042","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70042","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Chitin and its deacetylated derivative chitosan are the major components of fungal cell walls and are recognized by plant pattern-recognition receptors (PRRs) as pathogen-associated molecular patterns that induce innate immunity. Recognition of chitin oligosaccharide (CTOS) in Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana) and rice (Oryza sativa) requires the membrane-localized lysin-motif (LysM)-domain-containing receptors AtLYK5 and OsCEBiP, respectively. However, the mechanism underlying chitosan oligosaccharide (CSOS)-induced plant immunity remains unclear. In this study, we determined that CTOS and CSOS trigger immune responses and boost disease resistance in soybean (Glycine max) through the LysM-domain-containing protein GmNRF5a and its co-receptor GmCERK1. Surprisingly, both GmNFR5a and GmCERK1 bind directly to CTOS and CSOS, with distinct binding sites. The receptor-like kinase GmCAK1 acts downstream of GmCERK1 and is essential for CTOS/CSOS-mediated immune activation. Overall, these findings uncovered how soybean plants respond to CSOS and initiate immune signaling, demonstrating that soybean exploits shared immune sectors to transduce immune signals triggered by CTOS/CSOS, paving the way for the development of disease-resistant crops with broad-spectrum resistance.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145231264","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bei Wu, Fei Shen, Ziying Zhou, Wenhui Ren, Yi Wang, Ting Wu, Zhenhai Han, Xinzhong Zhang
{"title":"Natural variations in MdBPM2/MdRGLG3-MdNAC83 network controlling the quantitative segregation of apple fruit storability.","authors":"Bei Wu, Fei Shen, Ziying Zhou, Wenhui Ren, Yi Wang, Ting Wu, Zhenhai Han, Xinzhong Zhang","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70044","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70044","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Dissecting quantitative traits into Mendelian factors is a great challenge in genetics. Apple fruit storability is a complex trait controlled by multi-genes with unequal effects. We previously identified 62 quantitative trait loci (QTLs) associated with apple fruit storability and genomics-assisted prediction (GAP) models were trained using 56 QTL-based markers. Here, three candidate genes, MdNAC83, MdBPM2, and MdRGLG3, were screened from the regions of QTLs with large G' value and large genetic effects. Both a 216-bp deletion and an SNP934 T/C at the promoter of MdNAC83 were associated with higher MdNAC83 expression but an SNP388 G/A at the coding region significantly reduced the activity to activate the expression of the target genes MdACO1, MdMANA3, and MdXTH28. MdBPM2 and MdRGLG3 participated in the ubiquitination of MdNAC83. SNP657 T/A of MdBPM2 and SNP167 C/G of MdRGLG3 caused a reduction in the activity to ubiquitinate MdNAC83. By the addition of functional markers to the GenoBaits SNP array, the prediction accuracy of the updated GAP models increased to 0.7723/0.6231 and 0.5639/0.5345 for flesh firmness/crispness at harvest and flesh firmness/crispness retainability, respectively. The variation network involving eight simple Mendelian variations in six genes helps to gain insight into the molecular quantitative genetics, to improve breeding strategy, and to provide targets for future genome editing.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145197721","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yi Li, Chenhao Ma, Xinchen Wang, Chenchen Zhong, Savithramma P Dinesh-Kumar, Yongliang Zhang
{"title":"From uncontrolled to controllable: A novel approach for nucleotide-binding, leucine-rich repeat bioengineering.","authors":"Yi Li, Chenhao Ma, Xinchen Wang, Chenchen Zhong, Savithramma P Dinesh-Kumar, Yongliang Zhang","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70046","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70046","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Gene scarcity and resistance breakdown limit the utility of plant NLRs. Findings in Nature by Wang et al. (2025) describe a bioengineering strategy using N-terminal blocking peptides to achieve tunable NLR activation, providing durable, broad-spectrum resistance to potyviruses in plants.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145197724","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"ZmSnRK2.10-mediated phosphorylation of ZmDNL1 attenuates ZmYAB15 activity to enhance drought resilience in maize.","authors":"Aifang Ma, Yuanpeng Qi, Yuemei Zhang, Yu Wang, Xiaoying Hu, Jingrong Li, He Ma, Zhihui Sun, Shan Jiang, Zhenkai Feng, Junsheng Qi, Shuhua Yang, Zhizhong Gong","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70036","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70036","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Drought stress represents a critical challenge to global agriculture, severely compromising plant growth and crop productivity through its disruption of intracellular signaling networks, with particular emphasis on protein kinase-mediated pathways and transcriptional regulation. In this study, we identified and characterized ZmDNL1 as a novel transcriptional regulator that serves as a negative modulator of drought tolerance in maize. Through comprehensive biochemical analyses, we demonstrated that ZmDNL1 physically interacts with ZmYAB15, a known negative regulator of drought tolerance, and potentiates its transcriptional regulatory activity. Most significantly, our investigation revealed that ZmSnRK2.10-mediated phosphorylation of three specific N-terminal residues in ZmDNL1 effectively attenuates ZmYAB15's transcriptional activity while maintaining the structural integrity of the ZmDNL1-ZmYAB15 protein complex, ultimately enhancing drought tolerance. These findings elucidate a previously unrecognized regulatory mechanism in which ZmSnRK2.10 orchestrates drought tolerance through phosphorylation-dependent fine tuning of the ZmDNL1-ZmYAB15 transcriptional regulatory module. Beyond advancing our fundamental understanding of drought response mechanisms in maize, this study provides valuable molecular targets for precision breeding strategies aimed at developing drought-resilient crop varieties.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145197758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiangxiang Meng, Lu Li, Qian Qian, Liang Jiang, Zhaosheng Kong
{"title":"Hybrid sorghum breeding in China: A historical review and perspectives.","authors":"Xiangxiang Meng, Lu Li, Qian Qian, Liang Jiang, Zhaosheng Kong","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70047","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70047","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) is a climate-resilient C<sub>4</sub> cereal and a vital pillar of food and feed security in arid and semi-arid regions worldwide. In China, the development and widespread adoption of hybrid sorghum breeding have revolutionized the crop's productivity, playing a transformative role in enhancing both yield and quality. The success of hybrid sorghum, particularly through the utilization of cytoplasmic male-sterility (CMS) systems, has marked a milestone in agricultural innovation, enabling the large-scale production of high-performing hybrids. The implementation of dwarf breeding and the continuous renewals of sorghum hybrid varieties have been pivotal in driving these improvements. As we commemorate the 60th anniversary of the promotion and application of three-line hybrid sorghum, we recognize the groundbreaking contributions of Chinese researchers in advancing sorghum breeding science. This review highlights key scientific breakthroughs and systematically summarizes the evolution of sorghum breeding in China. By reflecting on both past achievements and prospective opportunities, we aim to inform strategies that will sustain and enhance sorghum's contribution to China's agricultural resilience and global food security.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-09-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145147091","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Uyen Thu Nguyen, Na Young Kang, Dong Wook Lee, Jungmook Kim
{"title":"ARF7/19 activate CRF3 in response to cold via Aux/IAA degradation.","authors":"Uyen Thu Nguyen, Na Young Kang, Dong Wook Lee, Jungmook Kim","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70039","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70039","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145129689","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Native genetic switch enhances heat resilience, grain quality, and yield in rice.","authors":"Muhammad Ali, Xiaohui Ma, Izhar Ali, Shuai Hu","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70043","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70043","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This commentary describes a study showing that the natural thermo-responsive gene switch QT12 regulates rice thermotolerance by modulating endoplasmic reticulum stress and storage protein synthesis. Dual transcriptional controls optimize grain quality and yield under heat stress. Multi-site field trials validated QT12 s potential for breeding heat-resilient rice, advancing climate-smart agriculture.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145129746","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Tianzhu Li, Qian Zhang, Meng Ye, Yichen Cheng, Jing Yang, Jing Wang, Binglin Xing, Wei Guan, Jiamei Li, Chunyu Liu, Shengya Guo, Qiaoyun Yang, Duo Xu, Bo Du, Caixiang Liu, Guangcun He
{"title":"Metabolome study of rice population and resistance to brown planthopper.","authors":"Tianzhu Li, Qian Zhang, Meng Ye, Yichen Cheng, Jing Yang, Jing Wang, Binglin Xing, Wei Guan, Jiamei Li, Chunyu Liu, Shengya Guo, Qiaoyun Yang, Duo Xu, Bo Du, Caixiang Liu, Guangcun He","doi":"10.1111/jipb.70035","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jipb.70035","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Herbivorous insects pose a major threat to crop production, with rice suffering significant yield losses due to infestation by the brown planthopper (BPH). To understand the genetic and metabolic basis of BPH resistance in rice, we conducted metabolomic analysis and performed metabolite-based genome-wide association studies (mGWAS) on a rice population composed of 168 varieties, which exhibit a wide range of resistance to BPH. Metabolomic analysis revealed a trend of increasing metabolic divergence with increasing resistance levels compared with the susceptible group, with resistant groups maintaining greater metabolic stability after BPH infestation. Furthermore, using these metabolic biomarkers, we constructed a prediction model for BPH resistance and found that biomarkers in non-infested rice were sufficient to predict BPH resistance. We identified in total 2,738 single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) associated with key biomarkers in non-infested rice and 1,605 SNPs in BPH-infested rice. Gene Ontology (GO) enrichment analysis revealed that genes associated with biomarkers were enriched in different pathways between non-infested and BPH-infested rice. Notably, the SNP rs6_191562334 was significantly associated with the biomarker β-damascenone, which correlated positively with rice resistance to BPH and has been shown to inhibit BPH feeding on rice. Knockout of LOC_Os06g17970 increased β-damascenone levels and enhanced BPH resistance in rice. Collectively, this integrated approach provided novel insight into the metabolic and genetic mechanisms underlying BPH resistance and facilitated the development of strategies for sustainable control of BPH.</p>","PeriodicalId":195,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Integrative Plant Biology","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2025-09-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145129686","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"生物学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}