eIF4E — Brassica juncea

Summary

BJUA09G27990S (eIF4E) on chromosome A09 of Indian mustard encodes a translation initiation factor with RNA m7G cap binding activity, translation initiation factor activity, and RNA binding. It belongs to the eIF4E-like protein family and contains a CCCH-type zinc finger domain. The gene is associated with translation initiation, regulation of translation, response to virus, and antiviral response. Its product localises to the cytoplasm, nucleus, and the eIF-4F complex. Related genes in other species link the family to susceptibility to potyvirus infection and to seed development and stress responses.