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Environmental Sciences
Xiaolin Guo, Xixi Li, Feng Zhao, Danwen Liu, Zujing Yang, Moli Li, Yajuan Li, Huilan Wei, Hao Wang, Zhenkui Qin, Zhifeng Zhang, Zhenmin Bao
Summary: This study generated a comprehensive transcriptome for M. lateralis at different developmental stages and investigated the mechanisms of larval shell formation in molluscs at the molecular level. Key genes involved in shell formation were identified. This research is valuable for understanding the mechanisms of larval shell formation and other developmental processes in molluscs.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
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Parasitology
Wenjuan Liu, Sha An, Peng Cheng, Kexin Zhang, Maoqing Gong, Zhong Zhang, Ruiling Zhang
Summary: In this study, circRNAs and miRNAs of Aedes albopictus at different developmental stages were identified and used to construct circRNA/lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA networks. Functional enrichment analysis showed their involvement in chitin metabolism. Hub genes of each network were screened out as potential targets to disrupt the molting process of Aedes albopictus.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
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Fisheries
Jiabin Zhang, Xinwei Xiong, Yuewen Deng, Zhe Zheng, Chuangye Yang, Xiaodong Du
Summary: This study used metabolomic and transcriptomic approaches to analyze the metabolic and transcript changes in different larval stages of Pinctada fucata martensii, identifying key pathways and understanding the molecular and metabolic mechanisms underlying larval metamorphosis. The results showed significant differences in metabolites and gene expression between different larval stages, particularly in pathways associated with neurotransmitters. This integrated analysis provides valuable insights into the process of larval settlement and metamorphosis in P. f. martensii.
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Geochemistry & Geophysics
Stanislav Glubokovskikh, Roman Pevzner, Evgeny Sidenko, Konstantin Tertyshnikov, Boris Gurevich, Sergey Shatalin, Alexey Slunyaev, Efim Pelinovsky
Summary: Ocean-generated seismic waves are commonly found in passive seismic records worldwide, posing challenges for earthquake observations and providing input signals for interferometric methods. By analyzing data from deep boreholes in Australia, this study decomposed the DAS response into microseisms generated by remote storms, local winds, and surf breaks. The results suggest that passive seismic records on downhole DAS sensors have the potential for high-precision monitoring of formations and remote storms.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-SOLID EARTH
(2021)
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Cell Biology
Martijn Wehrens, Anne E. de Leeuw, Maya Wright-Clark, Joep E. C. Eding, Cornelis J. Boogerd, Bas Molenaar, Petra H. van der Kraak, Diederik W. D. Kuster, Jolanda van der Velden, Michelle Michels, Aryan Vink, Eva van Rooij
Summary: Functional links between genes and cell size relevant for HCM were identified using scRNA-seq on patients' samples. The study provides valuable insights into molecular events involved in HCM and may contribute to the development of enhanced therapies.
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Biology
Tao Deng, Xiaokang Lu, Shiqi Wang, Lawrence J. Flynn, Danhui Sun, Wen He, Shanqin Chen
Summary: A new species of giant rhino, Paraceratherium linxiaense, has been reported from northwestern China with an age of 26.5Ma. Morphological and phylogenetic analysis show that it is a highly derived species of the genus Paraceratherium, with close ties to Paraceratherium lepidum and Paraceratherium bugtiense, suggesting a possible range expansion from Central Asia via the Tibetan region.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xing Guo, Dongming Fang, Sunil Kumar Sahu, Shuai Yang, Xuanmin Guang, Ryan Folk, Stephen A. Smith, Andre S. Chanderbali, Sisi Chen, Min Liu, Ting Yang, Shouzhou Zhang, Xin Liu, Xun Xu, Pamela S. Soltis, Douglas E. Soltis, Huan Liu
Summary: Chloranthales are the last major mesangiosperm lineage without a nuclear genome assembly, but a high-quality genome assembly of Chloranthus spicatus has now been achieved, providing insights into the evolutionary relationships and genome evolution of mesangiosperms. This study sheds light on the unique characteristics of Chloranthales and magnoliids compared to other angiosperms, and contributes to a better understanding of angiosperm diversification and phylogeny.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yuan Yuan, Yaolei Zhang, Peijun Zhang, Chang Liu, Jiahao Wang, Haiyu Gao, A. Rus Hoelzel, Inge Seim, Meiqi Lv, Mingli Lin, Lijun Dong, Haoyang Gao, Zixin Yang, Francesco Caruso, Wenzhi Lin, Rute R. da Fonseca, Ding Wang, Xianyan Wang, Marianne H. Rasmussen, Mingming Liu, Jinsong Zheng, Liyuan Zhao, Paula F. Campos, Hui Kang, Maria Iversen, Yue Song, Xinyu Guo, Jiao Guo, Yating Qin, Shanshan Pan, Qiwu Xu, Lingfeng Meng, A. Yunga, Shanshan Liu, Simon Ming-Yuen Lee, Xin Liu, Xun Xu, Huanming Yang, Guangyi Fan, Kun Wang, Songhai Li
Summary: The study generated high-quality genome assemblies of 17 marine mammals, revealing unique and convergent genomic variations associated with the transition to aquatic life in marine mammal lineages. The research advances understanding of the timing, pattern, and molecular changes associated with the evolution of mammalian lineages adapting to aquatic life.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amanda K. Chaplin, Steven W. Hardwick, Antonia Kefala Stavridi, Christopher J. Buehl, Noah J. Goff, Virginie Ropars, Shikang Liang, Taiana Maia De Oliveira, Dimitri Y. Chirgadze, Katheryn Meek, Jean-Baptiste Charbonnier, Tom L. Blundell
Summary: Non-homologous end joining (NHEJ) is a critical mechanism for repairing DNA double-strand breaks in humans, involving core proteins such as Ku70/80 heterodimer. Cryo-EM structures of NHEJ supercomplexes reveal detailed structural assembly and mutational disruption of these complexes negatively affects DNA repair.
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Chemistry, Analytical
Binwen Sun, Ji Lv, Jin Chen, Zheyi Liu, Ye Zhou, Lin Liu, Yan Jin, Fangjun Wang
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ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yang Liu, Hangwei Liu, Hengchao Wang, Tianyu Huang, Bo Liu, Bin Yang, Lijuan Yin, Bin Li, Yan Zhang, Sai Zhang, Fan Jiang, Xiaxuan Zhang, Yuwei Ren, Bing Wang, Sen Wang, Yanhui Lu, Kongming Wu, Wei Fan, Guirong Wang
Summary: This study presents the chromosome-scale reference genome of A. lucorum, the first sequenced Miridae species, revealing the presence of numerous transposable elements and gene expansions associated with environmental adaptability and leaf damage. The unique salivary enzyme polygalacturonase in mirid bugs, significantly expanded in A. lucorum, may contribute to its harmful impact on crops. The reference genome not only aids in biological research and understanding of mesophyll feeding damage mechanisms but also provides a foundation for developing efficient control technologies for mirid bugs.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Subhashree Subramanyam, Jill A. Nemacheck, Shaojun Xie, Ketaki Bhide, Jyothi Thimmapuram, Steven R. Scofield, Nagesh Sardesai
Summary: The Hessian fly is a destructive pest of wheat, and employing additional molecular strategies can complement wheat's native insect resistance. However, functional characterization of Hessian-fly-responsive genes is challenging due to wheat genome complexity. The diploid Brachypodium distachyon offers a surrogate genome for gene characterization as it exhibits nonhost resistance to Hessian fly.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Horticulture
Zhaohui Mu, Yuchun Yang, Ayimgul Yusuyin, Yige Xu, Hui Yuan, Cheng Liu
Summary: This study investigates the mechanisms underlying striped color mutations in blueberry fruits through transcriptome analysis. Differentially expressed genes (DEGs) related to anthocyanin synthesis were found in light stripes compared to dark stripes. Further experiments revealed higher levels of anthocyanin content and expression of transcription factors related to anthocyanin synthesis in dark stripes.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Fang Wang, Zhiqiang Xia, Meiling Zou, Long Zhao, Sirong Jiang, Yun Zhou, Chenji Zhang, Yongzhen Ma, Yuting Bao, Haihong Sun, Wenquan Wang, Jian Wang
Summary: This study presents a chromosome-scale reference genome sequence of a tetraploid potato cultivar, providing insights into the highly heterozygous autotetraploid potato genome and its important genes. The findings are valuable for potato cultivar breeding and further studies on autotetraploid crops.
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY JOURNAL
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Kate M. Johnson, Leila R. Fletcher
Summary: The pit membrane thickness and overall lignification degree are the driving factors for drought resistance in Arabidopsis thaliana.
JOURNAL OF EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)