Characterization, evolution, and expression profiling of cotton DUF677 protein family and their potential role in drought and salt stress response
A genome-wide bioinformatics and expression-based characterization of the DUF677 gene family in cotton is provided, identifying candidate genes potentially associated with drought and salt stress responses and establishing a theoretical and genomic foundation for future functional studies aimed at elucidating the precise roles of DUF677 genes in cotton stress tolerance.