They look like gold: CITF1 and FIT interaction mediate cross-talk between iron and copper

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The interaction between CITF1 and FIT mediates the cross-talk between iron and copper homeostasis in plants. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Sébastien Thomine

doi:10.1093/plcell/koag229

July 30, 2026The Plant CellOpen Access

They look like gold: CITF1 and FIT interaction mediate cross-talk between iron and copper

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This study aims to investigate how CITF1 and FIT interact to mediate the relationship between iron and copper in plants.
Examined the interactions between CITF1 and FIT in plant systems.
Utilized various biochemical assays to analyze the effects on iron and copper metabolism.
CITF1 and FIT showed significant interaction, indicating they play a key role in nutrient regulation.
Alterations in iron and copper levels were observed, highlighting their interconnected metabolism.

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Findings demonstrate that CITF1 and FIT mediate the interaction between iron and copper, suggesting important plant nutrient regulation.

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Sébastien Thomine; They look like gold: CITF1 and FIT interaction mediate cross-talk between iron and copper, The Plant Cell, , koag229, https://doi.org/10

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Sébastien Thomine (2026) studied this question.

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