Structure-function analyses of NAC transcription factor proteoforms (A01)

A01 investigates NAC transcription factors and aims to explore functional diversification between proteoforms, particularly in less structured C-terminal regions. By combining plant molecular biology and structural biochemistry, the project assesses NAC proteoforms for DNA sequence affinity, specificity, and protein interactions. NMR studies are crucial for understanding structure-function relationships. The project specifically examines NACs related to secondary cell wall synthesis and stress responses, revealing differences in target gene activation.

DFG Programme Collaborative Research Centres

Subproject of SFB 1664:  Plant Proteoform Diversity - SNP2Prot

Applicant Institution Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Project Heads Professor Dr. Jochen Balbach; Dr. Carolin Delker