ATP binding cassette transporters and uridine diphosphate glycosyltransferases are ancient protein families that evolved roles in herbicide resistance through exaptation
The paper investigates the evolutionary history of ABC transporters and UGTs in Archaeplastida, showing their ancient origins and diversification, with UGTs appearing later in streptophyte lineages.
bioRxiv · Jun 6, 2023 · PreprintEvolutionary Biology