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NTCC® BY-2 tobacco suspension cell line烟草悬浮细胞株

Tobacco Bright Yellow-2 (BY-2) suspension cells are a widely used biological material for studying plant cell morphology and physiology. These cells are easy to transform and maintain in culture and tolerate transformation with fluorescent proteins such as the green fluorescent protein and its derivatives.

The BY-2 cell line is a popular model system in plant biology research, offering several advantages:

• Rapid Growth: BY-2 cells divide rapidly, allowing for quick experiments and large-scale production of plant material.

• High Homogeneity: The cells are highly synchronized, meaning they are all at a similar stage in their cell cycle, making it easier to study cellular processes.

• Amenable to Genetic Manipulation: BY-2 cells can be easily transformed with foreign DNA, enabling researchers to study gene function and protein expression.

• Optical Clarity: The cells are relatively transparent, making them suitable for various microscopy techniques, including live-cell imaging.

• Well-Characterized: Extensive research has been conducted on BY-2 cells, providing a wealth of information about their physiology and molecular biology.

Applications of BY-2 Cell Line:

• Cell Cycle Studies: The synchronized nature of BY-2 cells makes them ideal for investigating the regulation of cell division and DNA replication.

• Cytoskeleton Dynamics: Researchers use BY-2 cells to study the organization and function of the plant cytoskeleton, including microtubules and actin filaments.

• Protein Trafficking: The cells are used to investigate the mechanisms of protein transport within plant cells, including endocytosis and exocytosis.

• Stress Responses: BY-2 cells are employed to study how plants respond to various stresses, such as drought, salt, and pathogen infection.

• Metabolic Engineering: The cells are used to produce valuable compounds, such as pharmaceuticals and biofuels, through metabolic engineering techniques.

Image of BY-2 Cells:

BY2 cells under a microscope

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