M. Toyota

Cell polarity linked to gravity sensing is generated by protein translocation from statoliths to the plasma membrane.

This study identifies LAZY1-LIKE proteins as gravity sensors in plant statocytes, showing their polar localization based on gravity direction.

Mechanosensory trichome cells evoke a mechanical stimuli-induced immune response in plants

The paper shows that trichome cells in Arabidopsis detect mechanical stimuli from raindrops, triggering calcium waves that activate immune responses against pathogens.

Cyclic Nucleotide-Gated Ion Channel 2 modulates auxin homeostasis and signaling

This study shows that CNGC2 modulates auxin homeostasis and signaling by influencing auxin biosynthesis and Ca2+ signaling in Arabidopsis.

Micromanipulation of amyloplasts with optical tweezers in Arabidopsis stems

The paper uses optical tweezers to manipulate amyloplasts in Arabidopsis stems and observes their interactions with vacuolar membranes, revealing biophysical responses to mechanical stimuli.

CRK2 and C-terminal phosphorylation of NADPH oxidase RBOHD regulate ROS production in Arabidopsis

This study identifies CRK2 as a regulator of RBOHD-mediated ROS production in Arabidopsis, showing that CRK2 phosphorylates RBOHD's C-terminus to enhance defense against pathogens.

CRK2 enhances salt tolerance by regulating callose deposition in connection with PLDα1

The paper shows CRK2 enhances salt tolerance in Arabidopsis by regulating endocytosis and callose deposition, working with PLDα1.