Vassileva, V.; Georgieva, M.; Todorov, D.; Mishev, K. Small Sized Yet Powerful: Nuclear Distribution C Proteins in Plants. Plants2024, 13, 119.
Vassileva, V.; Georgieva, M.; Todorov, D.; Mishev, K. Small Sized Yet Powerful: Nuclear Distribution C Proteins in Plants. Plants 2024, 13, 119.
Vassileva, V.; Georgieva, M.; Todorov, D.; Mishev, K. Small Sized Yet Powerful: Nuclear Distribution C Proteins in Plants. Plants2024, 13, 119.
Vassileva, V.; Georgieva, M.; Todorov, D.; Mishev, K. Small Sized Yet Powerful: Nuclear Distribution C Proteins in Plants. Plants 2024, 13, 119.
Abstract
This review compiles research findings pertaining to Nuclear Distribution C (NudC) genes and their involvement in various cellular processes, including nuclear migration, intracellular transport, nuclear positioning and cell cycle progression. Structural and functional similarities of NudC pro-teins across diverse organisms highlight their evolutionary conserved nature and pivotal roles in upholding cellular functions. Special attention is given to the growing importance of NudC family members in plants, elucidating their contributions to plant growth, development and responses to environmental challenges. Within this framework, we spotlight two Arabidopsis NudC genes, BOB1 and NMig1, for their indispensable roles in embryo and postembryonic development, and involvement in stress responses and tolerance mechanisms. Furthermore, we accentuate the chaperone activity of plant NudC family members, a crucial function in mitigating the adverse effects of stress and bolstering plant resilience in the face of environmental challenges. These insights underscore the promising potential of NudC members as valuable targets for enhancing crop performance, particularly when directed towards optimizing plant morphology and fortifying en-vironmental resistance to enhance overall crop productivity.
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