Genome-wide identification of the glutamate receptor-like gene family in and their response to infection.

Glutamate receptor-like genes () are essential for plant growth and development and for coping with environmental (biological and non-biological) stresses. In this study, 13 members were identified in the genome and attributed to two subgroups (Clade I and Clade III) based on their physical relationships. -acting element analysis and Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) annotations indicated the GLR gene regulation's complexity and their functional diversity. Expression analysis revealed a relatively higher and more general expression pattern of Clade III members compared to the Clade I subgroup in tissues. Most showed significant differences in expression during infection. This suggested that GLRs play a critical role in the response of to pathogenic infection. These results provide helpful information for further functional research and crop improvement of .