Investigating how the plant hormone auxin affects growth and development.
Novel auxin signaling components and pathways.
This study is looking at how a plant hormone called auxin helps control plant growth and development by affecting certain proteins that manage gene activity, using two types of plants to learn more about these important processes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11085979 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores the role of auxin, a crucial plant hormone, in regulating various aspects of plant growth and development. By studying the genetic systems of Arabidopsis thaliana and Physcomitrella patens, the researchers aim to understand how auxin influences the degradation of specific proteins that control gene expression. The project employs advanced techniques such as ChIPseq to analyze how auxin interacts with chromatin and regulates gene activity, providing insights into the complex signaling pathways involved in plant physiology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for benefiting from this research include agricultural scientists, plant biologists, and farmers interested in crop improvement.
Not a fit: Patients with no interest or involvement in plant biology or agriculture may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved agricultural practices by enhancing our understanding of plant growth regulation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding auxin signaling pathways, making this investigation a continuation of established scientific knowledge.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Estelle, Mark a — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Estelle, Mark a
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.