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Casparian Strip Fortification as a Defense Mechanism to
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- Pathogenicity and Virulence ofVirulence · 2026Review
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Abstract
BACKGROUND/
objectivesFusarium wilt of cotton, caused by
methodsWe conducted an in vitro infection assay using two
resultsResistant plants 'DP348RF' showed strong induction of genes related to reactive oxygen species (ROS) metabolism, chitinase activity, and lignification compared to the susceptible cultivar. Notably, genes involved in the biosynthesis and reinforcement of the Casparian strip, a critical biochemical barrier limiting pathogen penetration into vascular tissues, were uniquely and significantly upregulated in resistant roots. These transcriptional responses suggest that fortification of cell wall barriers and enhanced antimicrobial defenses contribute to effective restriction of FOV4 colonization.
conclusionsOur findings identify a distinct molecular signature of resistance to FOV4 in pima cotton, with Casparian strip reinforcement emerging as a potential mechanism limiting vascular infection. These insights provide a foundation for breeding strategies aimed at improving Fusarium wilt resistance in cotton.
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