A novel role for the root cap in phosphate uptake and homeostasis

The root cap has a fundamental role in sensing environmental cues as well as regulating root growth via altered meristem activity. Despite this well-established role in the control of developmental processes in roots, the root cap’s function in nutrition remains obscure. Here, we uncover its role in...

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Main Authors: Kanno, Satomi, Arrighi, Jean-François, Chiarenza, Serge, Bayle, Vincent, Berthomé, Richard, Péret, Benjamin, Javot, Hélène, Delannoy, Etienne, Marin, Elena, Nakanishi, Tomoko M, Thibaud, Marie-Christine, Nussaume, Laurent
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: eLife Sciences Publications, Ltd 2016
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4829427/