EIF — Daucus carota subsp. sativus

Summary

DCAR_002303 (DcEIF) encodes a eukaryotic translation initiation factor 4E (eIF4E) family protein with RNA m7G cap binding activity, translation initiation factor activity, and RNA, mRNA, and protein binding functions. This carrot gene on chromosome 1 is associated with regulation of defense response, antiviral response, and response to virus, as well as downregulation of antiviral response and regulation of translation. It is linked to root hair length, root morphology traits, and disease tolerance. The encoded protein localizes to the eIF-4F complex, plastid, cytoplasm, and nucleus. Associations include resistance and susceptibility to various viruses, male gametophyte development, and root hair growth. Studies of related genes in other species link the family to potyvirus and potexvirus resistance, seed viability, germination rate, root development, and cold acclimation.