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New Protein Boosts Wheat's Resistance to Rust and Mildew

3/4/2026

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Researchers identified a unique tandem kinase fusion protein that enhances resistance to leaf rust and broad-spectrum powdery mildew.
They discovered novel resistance alleles linked to the Tsn1 gene, revealing a new locus for ToxA sensitivity.
The wheat nucleotide-binding leucine-rich-repeat (NLR) pair RXL/Pm5e was shown to confer resistance to powdery mildew.
The coordinated function of paired NLRs supports stripe rust resistance and deepens understanding of plant immunity and resilience strategies.

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Story summary

Researchers identified a unique tandem kinase fusion protein that enhances resistance to leaf rust and broad-spectrum powdery mildew.
They discovered novel resistance alleles linked to the Tsn1 gene, revealing a new locus for ToxA sensitivity.
The wheat nucleotide-binding leucine-rich-repeat (NLR) pair RXL/Pm5e was shown to confer resistance to powdery mildew.
The coordinated function of paired NLRs supports stripe rust resistance and deepens understanding of plant immunity and resilience strategies.