RNA-binding proteins (RBPs) are critical regulators of gene expression, but have been poorly studied relative to other classes of gene regulators.

The emergence of widely virulent Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici (Pgt) races over the past two decades has motivated global efforts to identify effective stem rust (Sr) resistance genes.

Plant resistance proteins act as immune receptors to recognise pathogen effectors and activate defense.

As the intermediary between DNA and proteins, RNA has a major regulatory role in gene expression.

The rhizobium-legume symbiosis that occurs within root nodules provides a crucial way for legumes to acquire nitrogen under nitrogen limited conditions.

Intrinsic water use efficiency (iWUE) is an important trait that influences crop productivity.