Daigo Takemoto

Crop-associated differences in soil chemical properties and root-associated bacterial communities between Welsh onion and sweet potato

This study compares soil chemical properties and root-associated bacterial communities between Welsh onion and sweet potato under the same field conditions, finding differences in soil chemistry and microbial composition.

2'-Deoxyuridine-promoted infection in Pyricularia oryzae is counteracted by bacterial thymidine phosphorylase

This study identifies 2'-deoxyuridine as an extracellular factor promoting infection-related development in Pyricularia oryzae and shows that bacterial degradation of dU reduces fungal pathogenicity.

Cdc25-mediated activation of the small GTPase RasB is essential for hyphal fusion and symbiotic infection of Epichloë festucae

This study identifies Cdc25 as essential for hyphal fusion and symbiotic infection in Epichloë festucae, showing its role in activating RasB and coordinating with the MAPK cascade.

Horizontally acquired IbACS gene modulates rhizosphere microbiota and contributes to sweet potato growth

This study shows that the horizontally acquired IbACS gene in sweet potato affects rhizosphere microbiota and supports plant growth in nutrient-poor soil.

Foliar application of mixed DAMP- and MAMP-oligosaccharides enhances root growth and fruit yield in okra and tomato in greenhouse experiments

The paper tests a mixture of DAMP- and MAMP-oligosaccharides on okra and tomato, showing improved root growth, biomass, and fruit yield in greenhouse conditions.

Mixed DAMP/MAMP oligosaccharides promote both growth and defense against fungal pathogens of cucumber

This study shows that Oligo-Mix, a mixture of DAMP/MAMP oligosaccharides, promotes cucumber growth and enhances resistance to fungal pathogens by inducing defense responses and structural reinforcement.

STT3A is required for recognition of pathogen-derived sphingolipids in Arabidopsis

The paper identifies STT3A as a gene required for recognizing pathogen-derived sphingolipids in Arabidopsis, showing its role in plant immunity through post-translational modifications.

Botrytis cinerea detoxifies the sesquiterpenoid phytoalexin rishitin through multiple metabolizing pathways

This study shows Botrytis cinerea detoxifies rishitin through multiple oxidative pathways, enabling tolerance and reducing toxicity to other pathogens.