Tiny insects called aphids inject hundreds of mysterious proteins into plants, hijacking the plants' own genomes to build galls: structures made of plant tissue but constructed to the insects' specifications to house and feed their offspring.
AI Predicts Aphid Protein Structures to Understand Plant Manipulation
Researchers have discovered that aphids inject proteins into plants to manipulate their growth, creating structures that serve as nurseries for their young. This study highlights the intricate relationship between insects and plants, which could have broader implications for agricultural practices. Understanding such biological interactions may be relevant for Iran's agricultural sector.
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