Objectif C4 photosynthesis concentrates CO2 around RuBisCO and so increases the efficiency of photosynthesis. In the vast majority of C4 species the biochemistry of photosynthesis, and also the cell biology and development of leaves is altered. Despite these complex changes, the C4 pathway has evolved at least 45 times independently. Because C4 photosynthesis is more efficient in C4 plants, it has been proposed that engineering the C4 pathway into C3 crops such as rice would be beneficial for productivity. For this to be feasible, we need a better understanding of the basic mechanisms underlying C4 photosynthesis. I aim to investigate mechanisms generating cell specific gene expression in C4 plants, and will use C. gynandra, the most closely related C4 species to the C3 model Arabidopsis. I will generate comprehensive profiles of transcript abundance in mesophyll (M) and bundle sheath (BS) cells using laser capture microdissection and Illumina sequencing. I will also generate knock-down lines of C. gynandra for 20 transcription factors that we have identified as candidates for maintaining patterns of gene expression required for C4 photosynthesis. The project will significantly increase our understanding of basic mechanisms underlying C4 photosynthesis, and therefore may facilitate introduction of C4 traits in C3 crops. Champ scientifique natural sciencesbiological sciencesbiochemistrynatural sciencesbiological sciencescell biologyagricultural sciencesagriculture, forestry, and fisheriesagriculturenatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticslaser physicsnatural sciencesbiological sciencesbotany Programme(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Thème(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2009-IEF - Marie Curie Action: "Intra-European Fellowships for Career Development" Appel à propositions FP7-PEOPLE-2009-IEF Voir d’autres projets de cet appel Régime de financement MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinateur THE CHANCELLOR MASTERS AND SCHOLARS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE Contribution de l’UE € 179 603,20 Adresse TRINITY LANE THE OLD SCHOOLS CB2 1TN Cambridge Royaume-Uni Voir sur la carte Région East of England East Anglia Cambridgeshire CC Type d’activité Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Contact administratif Keith Cann (Mr.) Liens Contacter l’organisation Opens in new window Site web Opens in new window Coût total Aucune donnée