DTC — Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris

Summary

BvDTC (BVRB_7G172870) encodes a mitochondrial metabolite transporter family protein with oxidative phosphorylation uncoupler activity and tricarboxylic acid transmembrane transporter activity. The gene is associated with mitochondrial inner membrane localisation and is linked to cellular respiration, proton transmembrane transport, and regulation of mitochondrial membrane permeability. BvDTC has been linked to respiration rate, ethylene sensitivity, osmotic response sensitivity, and leaf composition traits. It is associated with photorespiration, lipid metabolism, and fatty acid oxidation, as well as downregulation of defense response. Associations with plant growth and development traits, primary root growth, fertility, and shelf life have been noted. Studies of related genes in other species link the family to drought tolerance, salt tolerance, cold tolerance, and oxidative stress tolerance, while research in tomato connects it to fruit ripening and anthocyanin accumulation.