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Tabeta H, Hirai MY. l-2-Aminopimelic acid acts as an auxin mimic to induce lateral root formation across diverse plant species. FEBS Lett 2024; 598:1855-1863. [PMID: 38782630 DOI: 10.1002/1873-3468.14908] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024]
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The identification of chemicals that modulate plant development and adaptive responses to stresses has attracted increasing attention for agricultural applications. Recent basic studies have identified functional amino acids that are essential for plant organogenesis, indicating that amino acids can regulate plant growth. In this study, we newly identified 2-aminopimelic acid (2APA), a nonproteinogenic amino acid, as a novel bioactive compound involved in root morphogenesis. This biological effect was confirmed in several plant species. Our phenotypic analysis revealed that the bioactive 2APA is an l-form stereoisomer. Overall, our study identified a promising root growth regulator and provided insight into the intricate metabolism related to root morphology.
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- RIKEN Center for Sustainable Resource Science, Yokohama, Japan
- Department of Applied Biosciences, Graduate School of Bioagricultural Science, Nagoya University, Japan
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Nishiyama K, Aihara Y, Suzuki T, Takahashi K, Kinoshita T, Dohmae N, Sato A, Hagihara S. Discovery of a Plant 14-3-3 Inhibitor Possessing Isoform Selectivity and In Planta Activity. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl 2024; 63:e202400218. [PMID: 38658314 DOI: 10.1002/anie.202400218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Synthetic modulators of plant 14-3-3s are promising chemical tools both for understanding the 14-3-3-related signaling pathways and controlling plant physiology. Herein, we describe a novel small-molecule inhibitor for 14-3-3 proteins of Arabidopsis thaliana. The inhibitor was identified from unexpected products in a stock solution in dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) of an in-house chemical library. Mass spectroscopy, mutant-based analyses, fluorescence polarization assays, and thermal shift assays revealed that the inhibitor covalently binds to an allosteric site of 14-3-3 with isoform selectivity. Moreover, infiltration of the inhibitor to Arabidopsis leaves suppressed the stomatal aperture. The inhibitor should provide new insight into the design of potent and isoform-selective 14-3-3 modulators.
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- Kotaro Nishiyama
- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
- PRESTO, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST), Honcho 4-1-8, Kawaguchi, Saitama, 332-0012, Japan
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- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
- Graduate School of Science, Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
- Graduate School of Science, Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
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- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
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- Center for Sustainable Resource Science, RIKEN, 2-1 Hirosawa, Wako City, Saitama, 351-0198, Japan
- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University Chikusa, Nagoya, 464-8602, Japan
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Maeda B, Akiyoshi R, Tanaka D, Sato K, Murakami K. Synthesis of N-β-brominated alkenyl isothiocyanates via dehydrogenation of alkyl isothiocyanates. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:6015-6018. [PMID: 38771143 DOI: 10.1039/d4cc01666a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/22/2024]
Abstract
This study presents a new dehydrogenative synthesis of alkenyl isothiocyanates, providing compounds with bromo and isothiocyanate groups. These reactive functionalities offer versatility for further transformations. Application in an amine sensor utilizing a coumarin-attached product demonstrates practical utility. This streamlined approach facilitates access to alkenyl isothiocyanates, valuable tools for biological studies.
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- Bumpei Maeda
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
- Japanese Science and Technology Agency (JST)-PRESTO, Chiyoda, Tokyo 102-0076, Japan
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Zeng H, Chen H, Zhang M, Ding M, Xu F, Yan F, Kinoshita T, Zhu Y. Plasma membrane H +-ATPases in mineral nutrition and crop improvement. TRENDS IN PLANT SCIENCE 2024:S1360-1385(24)00052-9. [PMID: 38582687 DOI: 10.1016/j.tplants.2024.02.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024]
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Plasma membrane H+-ATPases (PMAs) pump H+ out of the cytoplasm by consuming ATP to generate a membrane potential and proton motive force for the transmembrane transport of nutrients into and out of plant cells. PMAs are involved in nutrient acquisition by regulating root growth, nutrient uptake, and translocation, as well as the establishment of symbiosis with arbuscular mycorrhizas. Under nutrient stresses, PMAs are activated to pump more H+ and promote organic anion excretion, thus improving nutrient availability in the rhizosphere. Herein we review recent progress in the physiological functions and the underlying molecular mechanisms of PMAs in the efficient acquisition and utilization of various nutrients in plants. We also discuss perspectives for the application of PMAs in improving crop production and quality.
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- Houqing Zeng
- College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Kharkiv Institute at Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311121, China.
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- College of Life and Environmental Sciences, Kharkiv Institute at Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou Normal University, Hangzhou 311121, China
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- International Research Centre for Environmental Membrane Biology, Department of Horticulture, Foshan University, Foshan 528000, China
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- College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, 225009, China
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- Center for Plant Water-Use and Nutrition Regulation, College of JunCao Science and Ecology (College of Carbon Neutrality), Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou, China
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- Institute of Agronomy and Plant Breeding, Justus Liebig University of Giessen, Giessen, Germany
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- Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (WPI-ITbM), Nagoya University, Nagoya 4660824, Japan.
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- College of Resource and Environmental Sciences, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing 210095, China.
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Makihara Y, Maeda B, Akiyoshi R, Tanaka D, Murakami K. Functionalized Polyamine Synthesis with Photoredox Catalysis. Chemistry 2024; 30:e202304374. [PMID: 38267374 DOI: 10.1002/chem.202304374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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Polyamines, such as putrescine and spermidine, are pivotal in various biological processes across living organisms. Despite their significance, structurally modified polyamines offer a less-explored avenue for discovering bioactive compounds. The limitation is attributed to the synthetic difficulty of accessing functionalized polyamines. In this study, we accomplished photoredox-catalyzed functionalization of polyamines to diversify their structure. The rapid functionalization allows attaching fluorophores to the target polyamine, facilitating the development of molecular probes for advancing chemical biology studies.
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- Yuta Makihara
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Gakuen Uegahara 1, Sanda, Hyogo, 669-1330, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Gakuen Uegahara 1, Sanda, Hyogo, 669-1330, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Gakuen Uegahara 1, Sanda, Hyogo, 669-1330, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Gakuen Uegahara 1, Sanda, Hyogo, 669-1330, Japan
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Gakuen Uegahara 1, Sanda, Hyogo, 669-1330, Japan
- JST-PRESTO, 7 Gobancho, Chiyoda, Tokyo, 102-0076, Japan
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Maeda B, Murakami K. Recent advancement in the synthesis of isothiocyanates. Chem Commun (Camb) 2024; 60:2839-2864. [PMID: 38380440 DOI: 10.1039/d3cc06118c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
Abstract
Isothiocyanates exhibit various biological characteristics, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. Their significance extends to synthetic chemistry, where they serve as valuable platforms for versatile transformations. Consequently, they have attracted the attention of biologists and chemists. This review summarizes recent advancements in the synthesis of isothiocyanates. Access to a variety of starting materials is important to prepare isothiocyanates with diverse structures. This review categorizes synthetic methods into three types based on the starting materials and functional groups: (i) type A, derived from primary amines; (ii) type B, derived from other nitrogen functional groups; and (iii) type C, derived from non-nitrogen groups. Recent trends in synthetic methods have revealed the prevalence of type-A reactions derived from primary amines. However, type B reactions have rarely been reported. Notably, over the past four years, there has been a notable increase in type C reactions, indicating a growing interest in non-nitrogen-derived isothiocyanates. Overall, this review not only outlines the advancements in the synthesis of isothiocyanates but also highlights trends in the methodology.
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- Bumpei Maeda
- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
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- Department of Chemistry, School of Science, Kwansei Gakuin University, Sanda, Hyogo 669-1330, Japan.
- Japanese Science and Technology Agency (JST)-PRESTO, Chiyoda, Tokyo 102-0076, Japan
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Gao YQ, Morin H, Marcourt L, Yang TH, Wolfender JL, Farmer EE. Chloride, glutathiones, and insect-derived elicitors introduced into the xylem trigger electrical signaling. PLANT PHYSIOLOGY 2024; 194:1091-1103. [PMID: 37925642 PMCID: PMC10828190 DOI: 10.1093/plphys/kiad584] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 09/21/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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Ricca assays allow the direct introduction of compounds extracted from plants or the organisms that attack them into the leaf vasculature. Using chromatographic fractionation of Arabidopsis (Arabidopsis thaliana) leaf extracts, we found glutamate was the most active low mass elicitor of membrane depolarization. However, other known elicitors of membrane depolarization are generated in the wound response. These include unstable aglycones generated by glucosinolate (GSL) breakdown. None of the aglycone-derived GSL-breakdown products, including nitriles and isothiocyanates, that we tested using Ricca assays triggered electrical activity. Instead, we found that glutathione and the GSL-derived compound sulforaphane glutathione triggered membrane depolarizations. These findings identify a potential link between GSL breakdown and glutathione in the generation of membrane depolarizing signals. Noting that the chromatographic fractionation of plant extracts can dilute or exchange ions, we found that Cl- caused glutamate receptor-like3.3-dependent membrane depolarizations. In summary, we show that, in addition to glutamate, glutathione derivatives as well as chloride ions will need to be considered as potential elicitors of wound-response membrane potential change. Finally, by introducing aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae) extracts or the flagellin-derived peptide flg22 into the leaf vasculature we extend the use of Ricca assays for the exploration of insect/plant and bacteria/plant interactions.
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- Yong-Qiang Gao
- Department of Plant Molecular Biology, University of Lausanne, Lausanne 1015, Switzerland
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
- School of Pharmaceutical Science, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
- School of Pharmaceutical Science, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
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- Department of Plant Molecular Biology, University of Lausanne, Lausanne 1015, Switzerland
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences of Western Switzerland, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
- School of Pharmaceutical Science, University of Geneva, CMU, Geneva 1206, Switzerland
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- Department of Plant Molecular Biology, University of Lausanne, Lausanne 1015, Switzerland
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