miR319-targeted LsTCP4 and non-target LsTCP17 act in parallel to promote leaf senescence in lettuce
Tao Jiang, Sameena Ejaz Tanwir, Sandy Zammar, Kent J. Bradford, Heqiang Huo
This study identifies two CIN-TCP transcription factors, LsTCP4 and LsTCP17, that act in parallel to promote leaf senescence in lettuce, with LsTCP4 regulated by miR319 and LsTCP17 not targeted by miR319.
bioRxiv · Jul 14, 2026 · PreprintPlant Biology