News about amino acid metabolism in plant–microbe interactions

authored by

Jannis Moormann, Björn Heinemann, Tatjana M. Hildebrandt

Abstract

Plants constantly come into contact with a diverse mix of pathogenic and beneficial microbes. The ability to distinguish between them and to respond appropriately is essential for plant health. Here we review recent progress in understanding the role of amino acid sensing, signaling, transport, and metabolism during plant–microbe interactions. Biochemical pathways converting individual amino acids into active compounds have recently been elucidated, and comprehensive large-scale approaches have brought amino acid sensors and transporters into focus. These findings show that plant central amino acid metabolism is closely interwoven with stress signaling and defense responses at various levels. The individual biochemical mechanisms and the interconnections between the different processes are just beginning to emerge and might serve as a foundation for new plant protection strategies.

Organisation(s)

Institute of Plant Genetics

External Organisation(s)

University of Cologne

Type

Review article

Journal

Trends in biochemical sciences

Volume

47

Pages

839-850

No. of pages

12

ISSN

0968-0004

Publication date

10.2022

Publication status

Published

Peer reviewed

Yes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

Electronic version(s)

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tibs.2022.07.001 (Access: Open)