Di Zhang
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Di Zhang has a total of 8 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Fangfang Zhao
Key Laboratory of Molecular Cytogenetics and Genetic Breeding of Heilongjiang Province, College of Life Science and Technology, Harbin Normal University, Harbin 150025, China
1 shared publication - Hanchao Xia
Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Plant Resource Science and Green Production, Jilin Normal University, Siping 136000, China
1 shared publication - Jianbo Fei
College of Agriculture, Jilin Agricultural Science and Technology College, Jilin 132101, China
1 shared publication - Qi Wang
Institute of Agricultural Biotechnology/Jilin Provincial Key Laboratory of Agricultural Biotechnology, Jilin Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Northeast Innovation Center of Agricultural Science and Technology in China), Changchun 130033, China
1 shared publication - Rengui Zhao
Jilin Agricultural University
1 shared publication - Xiaopeng Sun
Hubei Key Laboratory of Food Crop Germplasm and Genetic Improvement & Key Laboratory of Crop Molecular Breeding, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Food Crops Institute, Hubei Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Wuhan 430064, China
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
Identification and Functional Analysis of the EPF/EPFL Gene Family in Maize (Zea mays L.): Implications for Drought Stress Response
Maize, a vital cereal in global agriculture, faces significant yield challenges due to drought exacerbated by climate change. This study explores the genetic and molecular bases of drought resilience in maize, focusing on the EPF/EPFL gene family known for its role in stomatal regulation. Through a genome-wide analysis across seven grass species, we identified and characterized 16 ZmEPF/EPFL genes in maize. Focusing on their gene structure, expression patterns, and evolutionary relationships. The study integrated genome-wide searches, phylogenetic analysis, gene expression profiling under drought and other abiotic stresses, and qRT-PCR validation to elucidate the functional roles of these genes in drought response. Our results demonstrate that specific ZmEPF/EPFL genes are differentially expressed under varying drought conditions, suggesting their involvement in the plant’s adaptive response to water scarcity. Furthermore, interaction analyses reveal that these genes are linked to key processes such as stomatal development and oxidative stress management. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the ZmEPF/EPFL gene family’s contribution to stomatal development and drought tolerance, offering insights that could guide future breeding strategies for drought-resistant maize varieties.
Open AccessIdentification and Functional Analysis of the EPF/EPFL Gene Family in Maize (Zea mays L.): Implications for Drought Stress Response
Maize, a vital cereal in global agriculture, faces significant yield challenges due to drought exacerbated by climate change. This study explores the genetic and molecular bases of drought resilience in maize, focusing on the EPF/EPFL gene family known for its role in stomatal regulation. Through a genome-wide analysis across seven grass species, we identified and characterized 16 ZmEPF/EPFL genes in maize. Focusing on their gene structure, expression patterns, and evolutionary relationships. The study integrated genome-wide searches, phylogenetic analysis, gene expression profiling under drought and other abiotic stresses, and qRT-PCR validation to elucidate the functional roles of these genes in drought response. Our results demonstrate that specific ZmEPF/EPFL genes are differentially expressed under varying drought conditions, suggesting their involvement in the plant’s adaptive response to water scarcity. Furthermore, interaction analyses reveal that these genes are linked to key processes such as stomatal development and oxidative stress management. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the ZmEPF/EPFL gene family’s contribution to stomatal development and drought tolerance, offering insights that could guide future breeding strategies for drought-resistant maize varieties.