GOLS1 — Camelina sativa

Summary

CSA05G046100 (GOLS1, also known as CsGOLS4) in Camelina sativa chromosome 5 encodes a protein with inositol 3-alpha-galactosyltransferase activity (EC 2.4.1.123) and transglycosidase activity, belonging to the glycosyltransferase family 8. This gene is associated with raffinose family oligosaccharide biosynthesis, galactose metabolism, and carbohydrate storage, as well as cellular responses to desiccation, cold, salt, and oxidative stress. It has also been linked to detoxification, secondary metabolism, and nitrogen oxide storage. The encoded protein localises to both the cytoplasm and nucleus. Additionally, GOLS1 is linked to root length. Studies of related genes in other species connect the family to arsenic tolerance and oxidative stress tolerance.