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Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Bi-Yun Zhang, Feng-Qi Li, Cheng Qu, Youssef Dewer, Yue-Jun Fu, Chen Luo
Summary: In this study, researchers identified genes related to sex pheromone biosynthesis in the Noctuid moths Spodoptera litura and Spodoptera exigua. They found that only the genes SlitDes5 and SexiDes5 were significantly overexpressed in the sex pheromone glands of these moths. Functional analysis of the SlitDes5 gene showed that its expression level could be reduced by 49.42% through RNA interference. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the key genes involved in sex pheromone biosynthesis and provide potential gene targets for pest control strategies.
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
(2023)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuanlin Jiang, Xiangyu Han, Nuannuan Feng, Weijiang Jin, Tianxiang Zhang, Meishan Zhang, Minghui Shi, Baofeng Zhang, Shuqiang Liu, Defu Hu
Summary: This study investigated the effect of androgens on the synthesis of pheromones in the musk gland of muskrats. The results showed that androgens play an important role in regulating pheromone synthesis in musk cells, which is crucial for chemical communication exchange between muskrats. This study provides a basis for understanding the mechanism of animal communication influenced by androgens.
JOURNAL OF STEROID BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Katharina Klas, Dragan Copic, Martin Direder, Maria Laggner, Patricia Sandee Prucksamas, Florian Gruber, Hendrik Jan Ankersmit, Michael Mildner
Summary: Although sebocytes from sebaceous glands and preputial glands share common lipid-producing properties, significant differences were found in the expression levels of enzymes involved in the biogenesis of specialized lipid classes. This suggests major developmental, functional, and biosynthetic differences between the two gland types.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shu-Mei Nuo, An-Jin Yang, Gen-Ceng Li, Hai-Yan Xiao, Nai-Yong Liu
Summary: This study focused on the gene repertoires associated with pheromone production in the zygaenid moth Achelura yunnanensis, revealing insights into the synthesis and degradation enzymes involved in pheromone biosynthesis. Comparative analysis across moth species of nine families showed variations in gene numbers, with A. yunnanensis having the highest number of genes identified. The study also highlighted key genes such as desaturases, fatty acyl-CoA reductases, and antennae-enriched aldehyde oxidases, indicating their potential roles in pheromone production and communication in Zygaenidae.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Michiel Holtof, Joachim Van Lommel, Marijke Gijbels, Elfie Dekempeneer, Bart Nicolai, Jozef Vanden Broeck, Elisabeth Marchal
Summary: Africa and Asia are currently facing the worst desert locust plague in decades, with favorable environmental conditions due to exceptionally high rainfall. Research shows that components of the juvenile hormone signaling pathway play a crucial role in male locust reproductive physiology, indicating their potential as molecular targets for pest control.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Joseph J. Bulatowicz, Teresa L. Wood
Summary: IGF1R plays a dual role in breast cancer, with both tumor-promoting and potentially tumor-suppressing effects. Understanding the function of IGF1R in cellular growth, proliferation, and differentiation provides insights into the seemingly conflicting reports. This review summarizes the existing data and proposes hypotheses regarding the role of IGF1R in mammary development, tumorigenesis, and metastasis.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
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Evolutionary Biology
Xiangyu Han, Yuanlin Jiang, Nuannuan Feng, Pengcheng Yang, Meishan Zhang, Weijiang Jin, Tianxiang Zhang, Zhixin Huang, Haoxi Zhao, Kexin Zhang, Shuqiang Liu, Defu Hu
Summary: By analyzing the morphology, metabolomics, and transcriptomics of the muskrat scented gland and mouse preputial gland, we found similarities between the two organs at the cellular and molecular levels. This study provides evidence for the homology of these two glands.
JOURNAL OF MAMMALIAN EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jeannette Silva-Lopez, Pablo Godoy, Lilian Jara, Raul Godoy-Herrera
Summary: Living in orchards with varying ecologies presents challenges for Drosophila species. The size and shape of the habitats change daily, as do temperature and humidity levels. The presence of other fly species leads to competition for resources. Our experiments show that the five Drosophila species prefer dark areas and their odor influences perch site selection and mobility, both within their own species and with heterospecific adults. These behaviors contribute to the coexistence of the five species in pear and apple orchards.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Gaojian Li, Tao Zhang, Bin Hu, Shuyi Han, Chen Xiang, Guohui Yuan, Hongxuan He
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between parasitic infection and pheromone content using the ICR/CD-1 mouse model, using Cryptosporidium parvum as the infectious agent. The results showed that parasitic infection decreased the urine attractiveness of male ICR/CD-1 mice. The gene expression level and protein concentration of MUP were down-regulated, and the content of different pheromones was significantly reduced after parasitic infection. In summary, this study revealed that C. parvum infection affects the secondary sexual characteristics of male ICR/CD-1 mice and alters the pheromone contents in the foreskin gland.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hehe Huang, Chenyu Zhao, Xuliang Zhang, Kang Wang, Jie Fu, Junjun Guo, Shuo Wang, Qian Zhao, Wanli Ma, Jianyu Yuan
Summary: This study demonstrates a strategy using an acetate ligand to synthesize controllable and efficient photovoltaic and photodetector devices. By adjusting the ligand-to-precursor ratio, the size of the nanocrystals can be controlled, resulting in low defect density and unique properties. This study opens up new possibilities for developing multifunctional optoelectronic devices.
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Entomology
Cheng Qu, Zhiwei Kang, Biyun Zhang, Yong Fang, Ran Wang, Fengqi Li, Haipeng Zhao, Chen Luo
Summary: This study systematically investigated 99 candidate genes related to the biosynthesis of sex pheromones in the genome of Spodoptera frugiperda. It was found that several genes were predominantly expressed in the pheromone glands, indicating their potential role in the biosynthesis of sex pheromones. These findings provide a theoretical basis for understanding the molecular mechanisms of sex pheromone biosynthesis in S. frugiperda and offer new targets for developing innovative pest control methods by disrupting sexual communication.
Article
Entomology
Ke Tian, Wei Liu, Li-Kai Feng, Tian-Yu Huang, Gui-Rong Wang, Ke-Jian Lin
Summary: The study identified 66 odorant receptors in the codling moth, including 14 pheromone receptors, and found that CpomOR2a and CpomOR5 responded differently to codlemone acetate. This discovery improves the understanding of pheromone communication in codling moths and can aid in the development of pest management strategies.
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Agronomy
Bao-Jian Ding, Hong-Lei Wang, Mohammed Ali Al-Saleh, Christer Lofstedt, Binu Antony
Summary: This study successfully demonstrated the biological production of ZETA pheromone in yeast through metabolic engineering, using genes such as E12 fatty acyl desaturase.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Entomology
Madeleine M. Ostwald, Javier Alba-Tercedor, Robert L. Minckley, Stephen L. Buchmann
Summary: Male valley carpenter bees possess hypertrophied sex pheromone glands, indicating the importance of long-range pheromonal mate attraction in lek-mating species.
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Neurosciences
Xiaolu Wan, Peng Shen, Kai Shi, Jing Li, Fengming Wu, Chuan Zhou
Summary: Females increase aggression for mating opportunities and acquiring reproductive resources. Virgin female Drosophila exhibit high-frequency attacks towards mated females, which is regulated by the male-derived pheromone 11-cis-vaccenyl acetate (cVA). A neural circuit consisting of four orders of neurons mediates the cVA-induced aggression in Drosophila females, with the release of acetylcholine (ACh) by aSP-g neurons exciting pC1 neurons.
NEUROSCIENCE BULLETIN
(2023)
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Psychology, Biological
Umit Yilmaz, Kevser Tanbek
Summary: This study investigated the effects of intracerebroventricular administration of Spexin on the hypothalamus-pituitary-thyroid axis and energy expenditure in rats. The results showed that Spexin reduced food consumption and body weight, increased thyroid hormones, and enhanced energy metabolism.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
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Psychology, Biological
Kuei-Yu Chien, Yun-Ju Chen, Kuo-Jen Hsu, Chiao-Nan Chen
Summary: This study investigated the effects of a high-protein diet and high-intensity interval training on appetite and weight loss in obese middle-aged individuals. The results showed that consuming a high-protein drink and following a high-protein diet after exercise can reduce post-exercise appetite and the frequency of late-night snacking.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Biological
Melissa Alves Braga Oliveira, Ana Carolina Odebrecht Vergne de Abreu, Debora Barroggi Constantino, Andre C. Tonon, Antoni Diez-Noguera, Fernanda Gaspar Amaral, Maria Paz Hidalgo
Summary: Biological processes in living organisms exhibit strong rhythmicity and are regulated by internal timing systems. Understanding the influence of biological rhythms is crucial for experimental design and reporting.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
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Psychology, Biological
Yanqun Cao, Hao Chen, Yinna Tan, Xu-Dong Yu, Chuli Xiao, Yin Li, James Reilly, Zhiming He, Xinhua Shu
Summary: There is evidence to suggest that chronic stress impacts neurochemical homeostasis and contributes to mental disorders. This study investigates the therapeutic potential of p-coumaric acid (p-CA), a natural compound found in vegetables and fruits, against stress-associated mental disorders. The findings suggest that p-CA could alleviate cognitive deficits and depression-like behavior in mice exposed to chronic restraint stress (CRS) by regulating the PKA-CREB-BDNF signaling pathway.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
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Psychology, Biological
Mai O. Spaulding, Jessica R. Hoffman, Grace C. Madu, Magen N. Lord, Caroline Soares Iizuka, Kevin P. Myers, Emily E. Noble
Summary: Food insecurity is associated with obesity and disordered eating behaviors. Studying a rodent model, researchers found that adolescent food insecurity may increase susceptibility to obesity and altered eating behaviors during adulthood.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
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Psychology, Biological
K. Oberman, B. L. van Leeuwen, M. Nabben, J. E. Villafranca, R. G. Schoemaker
Summary: The present study investigated the post-operative complications and therapeutic potential of J147 in male Zucker rats, and found that J147 treatment had positive effects on behavioral and metabolic parameters, but did not affect neuroinflammation. The results suggest that a combination of acute and chronic J147 treatment may be optimal for treatment.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Biological
Mathieu Cournoyer, Alice Maldera, Alexandre-Charles Gauthier, Fabien Dal Maso, Marie-Eve Mathieu
Summary: This article provides a comprehensive view of the literature on the effect of different odors on physical activity through a systematic review. It was found that pleasant odors have a positive impact on participants' physical activity. However, better methodological consistency is needed in studies to produce more meaningful results.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Biological
Gabriel R. Gilmore, Jeff Dyche
Summary: This study examined sleep, sleep/wake regularity, and cognition in college students diagnosed with depression and using serotonergic antidepressants, comparing them to those without a depression diagnosis. The results showed that students using antidepressants had slightly longer wake after sleep onset and lower sleep efficiency, but these differences were likely not noticed by the participants. There were no differences in sleep regularity or cognition between the two groups.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Biological
Erica A. Cross, Kim L. Huhman, H. Elliott Albers
Summary: Social stress plays a significant role in the development of neuropsychiatric disorders and can lead to behavioral deficits such as social withdrawal. This study investigates the impact of social stress on social reward in Syrian hamsters. The results show that subordinate and socially defeated males have reduced motivation for social interactions compared to dominant males. Additionally, winning males exhibit greater activation in the mesolimbic dopamine system compared to losers. In females, there were no differences in social entries between winners and losers, but winning females display more activation in the NAc shell.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Biological
Daniel A. R. Cabral, Maria L. M. Rego, Eduardo B. Fontes, Vagner D. O. Tavares
Summary: This study examined the association between body mass index (BMI) and negative emotional states (NES) in men with substance use disorders (SUD) undergoing treatment. The findings showed a positive correlation between BMI and stress, anxiety, and depression. These results suggest that reducing body fat accumulation may contribute to improving mental health in individuals with SUD during recovery.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Review
Psychology, Biological
Elizabeth Agbor Epse Muluh, Jessica C. McCormack, Yunfan Mo, Michael Garratt, Mei Peng
Summary: This PROSPERO pre-registered systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the olfactory and gustatory changes in pregnant individuals. The meta-analysis revealed that pregnant individuals performed poorer in odour identification, rated olfactory stimuli to be more intense during the second and third trimester, and had increased pleasantness for sweet taste in the first trimester. No major difference was observed in terms of gustatory functions between pregnant and non-pregnant subjects.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
Article
Psychology, Biological
Renee Spiteri Douglas, Mackenzie R. Hartley, J. Renee Yang, Tamara B. Franklin
Summary: The expression of Hdac2 in the hippocampus is associated with social status, while the expression of closely related genes Hdac1 and HDAC2 protein is not associated with social rank in the hippocampus.
PHYSIOLOGY & BEHAVIOR
(2024)
