calA — Aspergillus nidulans FGSC A4

Summary

The Aspergillus nidulans gene calA (ANIA_07619) on chromosome 4 encodes a protein containing a Bys1 domain and an osmotin/thaumatin-like superfamily domain. This gene is associated with developmental induction, spore germination, sporulation, morphogenesis, and hypersensitivity. It is also linked to secondary metabolism and carbohydrate metabolism. The encoded product is localized to the extracellular space. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to similar processes, though these associations are not yet established for calA itself.