Gene Duplication Events in Legume Root Nodule Symbiosis Evolution

This dataset identifies gene superfamilies expanded by independent whole-genome duplications after the gamma event but before the evolution of root nodule symbiosis in legumes. It includes genes essential for symbiosis, highlighting roles of ancient and recent duplications.

Use Cases

• Analyzing gene family expansion patterns linked to whole-genome duplications
• Identifying candidate genes involved in root nodule symbiosis evolution
• Studying functional innovation following polyploidy events in plants

Strengths

• Identifies specific gene superfamilies (number not provided) expanded by independent WGD events
• Links genes essential for RNS function
• Highlights critical roles of both ancient gamma triplication and more recent local duplications

Limitations

• Data format is PDF, not machine-readable tabular
• No column-level metadata provided
• Row count unknown
• Dataset size small (185 KB) limiting extensive analysis

Provenance

Source

figshare

Collection Method

Data extracted from research article analyzing gene duplication impacts on evolution of symbiotic root nodule symbiosis in legumes.

Freshness

Last updated 2026-05-12 05:44:09