Peter Ulvskov

Loss of galactan synthesis in pea (Pisum sativum) causes defects in organ expansion and is associated with increased extensin content

Abstract Pectic galactan is a rhamnogalacturonan-I side chain, composed of β-(1→4)-linked D-galactose residues. Its multifunctional role in cell wall assembly and properties has been proposed in various developmental contexts. In this study, we investigated the role of galactan i...