Our new review article is now published in The Plant Journal: An Emerging Signaling Hub: KAI2 at the Nexus of Phytohormone Networks by Jacob Moe-Lange and Nitzan Shabek
This work highlights how the receptor KAI2 has evolved from a niche player in seed germination to a central coordinator of plant growth, stress responses, and hormone signaling. By connecting pathways such as auxin, ABA, ethylene, gibberellins, salicylic acid, and strigolactones, KAI2 is emerging as a powerful integrator of environmental and developmental cues.
Our review outlines new frontiers for uncovering KAI2 biology and its potential to inspire future strategies for crop resilience and agricultural innovation.