Phloem unloading of sucrose: cloning, functional characterisation and regulation of novel membrane transporters [ 2003-05-22 - 2008-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof John Patrick (Chief Investigator)

Brief description Phloem unloading of sucrose: cloning, functional characterisation and regulation of novel membrane transporters. Sucrose is the principal form in which plant biomass, produced in photosynthetic leaves, is transported to non-photosynthetic organs for growth and storage. Sucrose transport proteins play pivotal roles in facilitating sucrose transport around plants. Hence activities of sucrose transporters directly impact on plant growth rates and crop yields. Our aim is to isolate hitherto unknown membrane proteins that move sucrose at high rates between cells and discover their transport properties. Expected outcomes are to better understand mechanisms and regulation of sucrose transport and hence provide novel opportunities to enhance crop yield. The project will foster a productive international collaboration.

Funding Amount $205,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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