Li Yu

The paper identifies a conserved β-1,2-xylosyl modification in primary cell walls of gymnosperms and Arabidopsis, showing it is introduced by GT61 glycosyltransferases.

This study shows that galactosyl modification on glucomannans in Arabidopsis cell walls is fine-tuned by MAGTs, affecting cellulose interaction and cell wall architecture.

This study identifies a convergent evolution of MBGT genes in asterids and rosids, showing different evolutionary pathways for similar biochemical functions.

The paper identifies the genetic basis of xylan side chain variability in plants and shows how pathogens adapt to degrade these structures, revealing evolutionary adaptations in both biosynthesis and degradation.