Functional insights into protein trafficking in plants

The nuclear pore complex (NPC) is a key element controlling the trafficking of proteins and RNA between the nucleus and cytoplasm of all eukaryotic cells. EU-funded scientists characterised this large multiprotein complex in the model organism Arabidopsis thaliana.

To date, significant progress has been made in deciphering NPC structure in vertebrate and yeast cells. The NPC is the largest multiprotein complex that these cells contain. It is composed of multiple copies of about 30 different proteins, which scientists call nucleoporins.

Further details: Functional insights into protein trafficking in plants