Xu Yong Mei

Dr. Xu Yong Mei


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Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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26 December 2024 in Genes
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XMXu Yong Mei
Xu Yong Mei
YLYue Liu
Yue Liu
YYYanjun Yi
Yanjun Yi
JLJiajia Liu
Jiajia Liu
Background: Aegilops tauschii, a winter annual grass weed native to Eastern Europe and Western Asia, has become a widespread invasive species in the wheat-growing regions of China due to its high environmental adaptability. This study aims to explore the molecular mechanisms underlying the stress resistance of Tausch’s goatgrass, focusing on the HSP70 gene family. Methods: A genome-wide analysis was conducted to identify and characterize the HSP70 gene family in A. tauschii. Afterward, their physicochemical properties, phylogenetic relationships, gene structures, and chromosomal distributions were analyzed. Additionally, cis-acting regulatory elements were predicted to understand their potential role in stress resistance. Results: A total of 19 identified HSP70 family genes were classified into four subfamilies and distributed across all chromosomes. The syntenic analysis revealed extensive homology between Tausch’s goatgrass and wheat HSP70 genes. Segmental duplication was found to play a crucial role in the expansion of the HSP70 gene family. The prediction of cis-acting elements suggested that these genes are involved in stress resistance to various environmental conditions. Conclusions: This study provides a comprehensive overview of the HSP70 gene family in A. tauschii, offering insights into their role in stress resistance and their potential application in understanding invasive species behavior and improving wheat resilience. Further research is needed to validate their functional roles in stress adaptation.