Figure 7.

Interaction network of the ZHD proteins in Z. mays L. Deep ash-colored lines indicate the highest level of confidence (0.900), and faded ash-colored lines indicate a medium level of confidence (0.400). Lineless proteins do not have any relationship with other proteins. Protein–protein interactions (PPIs) play a crucial role in cellular functions and biological processes, including cell–cell interactions and metabolic and developmental control in all organisms. We performed in silico protein–protein interaction analyses within the family for phylogenetic profiling and to identify structural patterns and homologous pairs, intracellular localizations, and post-translational modifications among the proteins. Furthermore, we considered the interaction and involvement of major signalling or stress pathways, though we avoid discussion of these subjects due to their complexity.