ISSN:
1573-5028
Keywords:
α-Globulin
;
cDNA nucleotide sequence
;
mRNA
;
rice endosperm storage protein
;
single-copy gene
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
Notes:
Abstract A λgt11 cDNA library, constructed from poly(A)+ RNA isolated from immature rice seed endosperm, was screened with affinity-purified antibodies against the rice storage protein called α-globulin (previously), or the 19 kDa globulin (our term). A positive clone was isolated and sequenced and shown to encode a 21 kDa precursor for the 19 kDa globulin, based on the identity of portions of the inferred amino acid sequence and the sequence of three cyanogen bromide peptides of the 19 kDa globulin. Analysis of genomic DNA by Southern blotting using the cDNA clone probe revealed one hybridizing band inEco RI,Hind III, andBam HI digests. This strongly suggests that the 19 kDa globulin is encoded by a single-copy gene. Because of its single-copy nature and its abundance of Arg and lack of Lys, the 19 kDa rice globulin appears to be a particularly attractive target for genetically engineering increased Lys content in rice seeds.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00018470
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