Epigenetic memory allows plants to “remember” past periods of stress or environmental conditions and adjust their functioning accordingly in the future. In this lecture, we will explore how these experiences are encoded in gene regulation without altering DNA, and how they enable plants to respond more quickly, more precisely, and with surprising sophistication. We will share examples from our research, and I hope to convince you that memory is crucial for plant survival in a changing world.
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