G. Sessa

The paper shows HD-Zip II transcription factors regulate columella stem cell fate in Arabidopsis roots by linking auxin signaling to the FEZ/SOMBRERO pathway to balance proliferation and differentiation.

The paper identifies a new N-terminal PIX domain in T6SS effectors from Pantoea agglomerans, showing it is essential for secretion and binds to a specialized VgrG protein.

This study identifies Bsk830 as a tomato kinase involved in flagellin-triggered immunity, showing it regulates pre-invasion immunity and JA signaling.

This study identifies a functional T6SS in Pantoea agglomerans pv. betae that delivers a lysozyme-like effector to outcompete bacterial rivals.

This study identifies key traits enabling Schrenkiella parvula to maintain growth and reproductive success under salt stress.

This study shows that BRCA2 phosphorylation by PLK1 is essential for proper chromosome alignment during mitosis, distinct from its DNA repair role, and its disruption leads to aneuploidy.

This study identifies 51 T3E genes and seven novel T3Es in Acidovorax citrulli using bioinformatics and experimental validation, revealing its extensive T3E arsenal.

The paper identifies SlMai1 as a protein that links host recognition of pathogen effectors to MAPK signaling, enhancing PCD and disease resistance in plants.