How plant cell compartments 'chat' with each other
Wednesday, November 4, 2015 - 13:30
in Biology & Nature
Scientists have discovered a basis of communication in plant cells: The 'MICU' protein controls the calcium ion concentration in the cellular power stations. Using these chemical signatures, the plants regulate, for instance, the formation of organs and react to water stress. The results may be used in the future to optimize agricultural crops.