Unraveling the pathogenomics of Rhizoctonia solani infecting proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.): genomic perspective on ruthless virulence and adaptive evolution

Functional analysis of the VAP-1 genome has unveiled a wealth of insights, though we have only begun to scratch the surface. KEGG and GO annotations point to critical proteins that are essential for host infection, providing the pathogen with a potent arsenal for successful penetration, survival, and dissemination within the host. The secretory proteins encoded in the VAP-1 genome play a pivotal role in equipping the pathogen with the necessary tools to degrade plant cell wall polymers, release cell wall-bound saccharides, and break down polysaccharides for energy utilization and host colonization. Notable variations were observed in several secretome superfamily proteins within the VAP-1 strain. These findings underscore the genomic diversity present within <i>R. solani</i> strains and suggest possible adaptations that may contribute to host specificity.

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Frontiers in Microbiology
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2025-03-07
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https://doi.org/10.3389/fmicb.2025.1557991
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Plant Disease Resistance and Genetics
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Unraveling the pathogenomics of Rhizoctonia solani infecting proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.): genomic perspective on ruthless virulence and adaptive evolution

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Unraveling the pathogenomics of Rhizoctonia solani infecting proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.): genomic perspective on ruthless virulence and adaptive evolution

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Functional analysis of the VAP-1 genome has unveiled a wealth of insights, though we have only begun to scratch the surface. KEGG and GO annotations point to critical proteins that are essential for host infection, providing the pathogen with a potent arsenal for successful penetration, survival, and dissemination within the host. The secretory proteins encoded in the VAP-1 genome play a pivotal role in equipping the pathogen with the necessary tools to degrade plant cell wall polymers, release cell wall-bound saccharides, and break down polysaccharides for energy utilization and host colonization. Notable variations were observed in several secretome superfamily proteins within the VAP-1 strain. These findings underscore the genomic diversity present within <i>R. solani</i> strains and suggest possible adaptations that may contribute to host specificity.

Frontiers in MicrobiologyVol. 16
Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University (IN), National Dairy Research Institute (IN), University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore (IN), University of Trans-Disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology (IN), Indian Institute of Millets Research (IN), Central Rice Research Institute (IN)
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