Transcriptomic analysis to find out abiotic stress related genes and pathways in Ulva prolifera

We conducted a transcriptome analysis to explore how Ulva prolifera is affected by elevated temperature and intense light. By exposing the algae to stress from temperature and light, we identified a diverse array of genes and pathways that respond to these stressors. Molecular-level comparisons were carried out to scrutinize potential variations in the macroalgae's response to alterations in temperature and light. The goal was to unveil the processes influencing the resilience or sensitivity of seaweeds under stressful conditions. The upregulation of genes linked to the spliceosome pathway played a crucial role in the macroalgae's ability to adapt to challenging situations across all comparison groups. Additionally, genes and pathways associated with ribosomes, proteasomes, and peroxisomes exhibited a significant increase in abundance in reaction to elevated temperature and intense light stress. Autophagy was only upregulated in response to stress after 24 hours, not after 48 hours.