Xanthomonadales in Disguise: Hidden Experts of the Plant Microbiota

Imagine you are a spy trying to sneak through customs. The golden rule is simple: keep a low profile and avoid detection. In the plant world, missions like this play out constantly. Plants, like humans, have an immune system that detects microbes by sensing specific molecules on their surface or secreted into the surroundings. Once …

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Studying How Plants Fend Off Free-Riding Bacteria: An Interview with Dr. Ka-Wai Ma

Did you know that when we closely observe a plant, we’re not just looking at an independent life form? Within a plant’s leaves, roots, stems, and even the surrounding space, there reside countless microorganisms. Although these microbes are invisible to the naked eye, they profoundly influence the growth and development of plants. Recognizing the significant …

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