Screening and expression of a silicon transporter gene (Lsi1) in wild-type indica rice cultivars

Silicon (Si) is one of the most prevalent elements in the soil. It is beneficial for plant growth and development, and it contributes to plant defense against different stresses. The Lsi1 gene encodes a Si transporter that was identified in a mutant Japonica rice variety. This gene was not identifie...

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Main Authors: Sahebi, Mahbod, Musa, Mohamed Hanafi, Yusop, Mohd Rafii, Azizi, Parisa, Abiri, Rambod, Kalhori, Nahid, Atabaki, Narges
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Publishing Corporation 2017
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/52422/1/52422.pdf