Molecular gatekeepers: eukaryotic translation factors decoding plant–virus dynamics for resistance engineering

Key Points

• Eukaryotic translation factors play a critical role in plant-viral interactions, influencing resistance mechanisms.
• Key evidence suggests that specific translation factors may enhance resistance to viral infections in various plant species.
• Analysis of molecular dynamics reveals how translation factors decode signaling processes during plant-virus interactions.
• This work highlights the potential for resistance engineering strategies based on the functions of translation factors.