We identify ZmMYB127 as a central regulator of maize endosperm filling, which executes dual transcriptional activities to coordinate development of the aleurone layer and nutrient accumulation in grain. This coordination enhances grain yield and quality, underscoring ZmMYB127 as a potential target for improving maize breeding.
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This is a summary of: Shi, J. et al. ZmMYB127 controls maize endosperm filling via dual-transcriptional regulation to improve grain yield and quality. Nat. Plants https://doi.org/10.1038/s41477-026-02238-3 (2026).
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Dual transcriptional control by ZmMYB127 regulates grain yield and quality. Nat. Plants 12, 494–495 (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41477-026-02241-8
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