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  • Title: Genome-Wide Identification and Characterization of DIR Genes in Medicago truncatula.
    Author: Song M, Peng X.
    Journal: Biochem Genet; 2019 Aug; 57(4):487-506. PubMed ID: 30649641.
    Abstract:
    Dirigent proteins (DIRs) are critically involved in the formation of lignans, a diverse and widely distributed class of secondary plant metabolites exhibiting interesting pharmacological activities and implicated in natural plant defense. However, no detailed information is available about DIR gene family in Medicago truncatula. In this study, a total of 45 DIR genes were identified in M. truncatula. DIR proteins have variability in sequence. Most MtDIR genes have no intron. All MtDIR proteins contain single dirigent domain. A large number of MtDIR genes were expanded via gene duplication, and 37 MtDIR genes were duplicated in tandem. Digital expression data showed that 40% MtDIR genes had a higher expression level in the root. Analysis of RNA-seq and microarray data indicated that more than 30% MtDIR genes were responsive to biotic and/or abiotic treatments. This study will facilitate further studies on DIR family and provide useful clues for functional validation of DIR genes in higher plants.
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