Gene expression in developing pea seedlings

In this thesis the question is raised if morphogenesis and cell differentiation during early seedling development of a higher plant are accompanied by corresponding changes in gene expression. In Chapter 1 a brief introduction is given in the currently favoured ideas about the molucular basis of cell differentiation and morphogenesis during development of eukaryotic organisms The emphasis has been placed on the selective expression of genes as an important determinant in development, but this does not mean that it should be considered to be the only mechanism operative in de development. ... Zie: Summary and conclusions