Receptor-like kinase RLK15 binds a fungal RNase effector to enhance autophosphorylation and activate host defense
Lei Li, Yuhe Lian, Li Zhang, Huan Jia, Yunpeng Gai, Guy J. Smagghe, Song Tang, Mengmeng Yang, Enping Cai, Yizhen Deng, Zide Jiang, Lianhui Zhang, Xiaofan Zhou, Changqing Chang
The paper identifies a fungal RNase effector recognized by a plant receptor kinase, triggering immune responses and enhancing disease resistance.
bioRxiv · Oct 16, 2026 · PreprintMicrobiology