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We highlight the emerging role of the R. solani novel lipase domain effector AGLIP1 in suppressing pattern-triggered immunity and inducing plant cell death.
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The dynamic interplay between plants and Rhizoctonia solani constitutes a multifaceted struggle for survival and dominance. Within this complex dynamic, R. solani has evolved virulence mechanisms by secreting effectors that disrupt plants’ first line of defense. A newly discovered effector, AGLIP1 in R. solani, plays a pivotal role in inducing plant cell death and subverting immune responses. AGLIP1, a protein containing a signal peptide and a lipase domain, involves complex formation in the intercellular space, followed by translocation to the plant cytoplasm, where it induces cell death (CD) and suppresses defense gene regulation. This study provides valuable insights into the intricate molecular interactions between plants and necrotrophic fungi, underscoring the imperative for further exploration in this field.
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Kumar P is a Research Associate researcher at the ICAR-Indian Institute of Maize Research (ICAR-IIMR), Ludhiana, India.
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Kumar, P., Kumari, P. Lipase domain effector AGLIP1 in Rhizoctonia solani triggers necrotic killing in plants. Plant Cell Rep 43, 145 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00299-024-03235-6
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