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Nat Plants September 2019 PMID 31332314

Convergent horizontal gene transfer and cross-talk of mobile nucleic acids in parasitic plants.

Zhenzhen Yang, Eric K Wafula, Gunjune Kim, Saima Shahid, Joel R McNeal, Paula E Ralph, Prakash R Timilsena, Wen-Bin Yu, Elizabeth A Kelly, Huiting Zhang, Thomas Nate Person, Naomi S Altman, Michael J Axtell, James H Westwood, Claude W dePamphilis

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The discussions highlight the novelty and importance of the research, with phrases like 'unprecedented HGT events' and 'convergent evolution,' which emphasize the groundbreaking nature of the findings. The tone varies from curiosity to appreciation, with some posts referencing specific aspects like the regulatory functions of transferred genes. Overall, the choice of words and tone reflect a recognition of the study’s significance, sparking interest and thoughtful engagement among the audience.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of gene transfer in parasitic plants, with some posts pointing out the novelty of convergent evolution in HGT events, indicating general support for the research findings.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high curiosity, especially when mentioning the 'unprecedented horizontal gene transfer' and the role of mobile nucleic acids, reflecting enthusiasm for new scientific insights.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions delve into aspects like the functional importance of transferred genes and their regulatory roles, suggesting an average level of deep engagement with the content.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants seem to perceive the research as potentially influential in understanding plant evolution and interactions, though comments are more focused on significance rather than immediate applications.

Abstract in brief

  • This research highlights how parasitic plants like Cuscuta can acquire and utilize genes from their host plants through horizontal gene transfer, especially in their feeding structures called haustoria.
  • Multiple independent HGT events, including some shared with related parasite groups, suggest that gene transfer plays a significant role in the evolution and adaptation of these parasitic plants.
  • The study also indicates that transferred genes may produce small RNAs involved in regulating both parasite and host gene expression, potentially influencing the parasite-host interaction and parasite success.]
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