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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Inkyu Park, Bokyung Choi, Hanna Weiss-Schneeweiss, Soonku So, Hyeon-Ho Myeong, Tae-Soo Jang
Summary: This study conducted comparative analyses on the karyotypes of three Iris species in Korea, with an emphasis on the number and localization of 5S and 35S rDNA loci using FISH. The chloroplast genomes of the same individuals were also sequenced and compared. The results provide important insights into the origin of the progenitor species and the genomes of Iris series Chinenses.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Eugeny Boltenkov, Elena Artyukova, Anna Trias-Blasi
Summary: This study revised the taxonomy of Iris subser. Chrysographes through molecular and morphological studies, confirming its monophyletic nature and identifying four distinct lineages within the group. Additionally, it provided a revised taxonomic treatment and an identification key for the species in this group.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Bokyung Choi, Inkyu Park, Soonku So, Hyeon-Ho Myeong, Jangseung Ryu, Yu-Eun Ahn, Kyu-Chan Shim, Jun-Ho Song, Tae-Soo Jang
Summary: This study compared the complete plastid genome sequences and micromorphological features of Iris ruthenica Ker Gawl. and I. uniflora Pall. ex Link, and identified molecular markers for their discrimination. The phylogenetic analysis showed their close relationship, and the comparison of plastomes and micromorphological features provided valuable information for understanding their taxonomic and evolutionary relationships.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Jinglu Feng, Yunjia Pan, Yulin Lin, Hui Yao
Summary: The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Iris tectorum Maximowicz was reported, with a total length of 153,253 bp and including 86 protein-coding genes, 8 rRNAs, and 38 tRNAs. A phylogenetic tree revealed a close relationship between Iris tectorum and Iris missouriensis.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
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Genetics & Heredity
Cuicui Li, Saiwen Hu, Yining Ding, Guangyao Bi, Chun Su, Zhi Xia
Summary: This study reported the complete chloroplast genome of Belamcanda chinensis, providing detailed information on its genome length, GC content, and structure, along with determining its phylogenetic relationship with other plants through maximum likelihood analysis. The findings will be beneficial for the conservation and breeding programs of Belamcanda chinensis.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Kashish Kamra, Joonhyung Jung, Joo-Hwan Kim
Summary: The plastid genome is an effective tool for studying plant phylogenetics. In this study, we conducted comparative genomics of the Iridaceae family, revealing its structural characteristics and evolutionary relationships. We also identified genomic events and gene deletions in some species. This study provides valuable insights for further research on the evolution and phylogenetic relationships of Iridaceae.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Yue-E Xiao, Feng-yang Yu, Xiao-feng Zhou
Summary: A newly discovered natural hybrid, Iris x ampliflora, from Chongqing, China, is described in this study. The hybrid is characterized by giant leaves and large purple flowers, distinguishing it from closely related species. Molecular systematic evidence and chromosome data suggest that it is likely a new hybrid between I. japonica and I. wattii.
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Plant Sciences
Dhafer A. Alzahrani
Summary: Abutilon fruticosum, an endemic plant in Saudi Arabia, has a complete chloroplast genome with 114 unique genes. Comparative analyses show similarities with other Malvaceae species in gene content and structure, and variability in gene position. Phylogenetic analysis suggests a close relationship with Althaea officinalis, contradicting previous systematic positions. This study provides valuable insights for further phylogenetic and evolutionary studies within the Malvaceae family.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Shu-Dong Zhang, Kai Yan, Li-Zhen Ling
Summary: In this study, the chloroplast genomes of ten Spiraea species were analyzed and compared with five previously reported genomes. The results showed that the genomes were highly conserved, but there were polymorphic sites and mutation hotspots that could be used as molecular markers for species identification.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Huihui Zhang, Tao Huang, Qi Zhou, Qianqian Sheng, Zunling Zhu
Summary: This study sequenced the complete chloroplast genome of two Bougainvillea species and identified highly variable sites as potential markers for breeding cold-tolerant cultivars. The findings contribute to understanding the response of the cp genome to low-temperature stress and elucidating evolutionary characteristics and phylogenetic relationships among Bougainvillea species.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Horticulture
Yaxuan Xin, Wen-Bin Yu, Wichan Eiadthong, Zhengying Cao, Qishao Li, Zhenxin Yang, Wenzhi Zhao, Peiyao Xin
Summary: In this study, the chloroplast genomes of Mangifera species were analyzed, resulting in the identification of three highly variable regions that could be used as DNA barcodes for species determination. Phylogenetic analysis divided Mangifera into three clades, providing a theoretical basis for species determination and evolutionary studies.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Dongzhu Jiang, Xiaodong Cai, Min Gong, Maoqin Xia, Haitao Xing, Shanshan Dong, Shuming Tian, Jialin Li, Junyao Lin, Yiqing Liu, Hong-Lei Li
Summary: This study conducted comparative genomics and phylogenetic analysis on the Zingiber genus. The results showed that the chloroplast genomes of Zingiber species have typical structures and conservative characteristics. Positive selection was identified in certain genes. The study also provided the complete chloroplast genome sequences of Zingiber species, which can be used for future research on molecular evolutionary dynamics and population variation.
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Jiaojun Yu, Jun Fu, Yuanping Fang, Jun Xiang, Hongjin Dong
Summary: In this study, eight chloroplast genomes of Rubus from the Dabie Mountains in Central China were sequenced and analyzed. The results showed that these genomes had similar structures and gene compositions, and identified markers for genetic diversity and phylogenetic analysis. The study demonstrated the potential use of the whole plastome as a powerful tool in phylogenetic studies of this genus.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jinliao Chen, Fei Wang, Zhuang Zhao, Minghe Li, Zhongjian Liu, Donghui Peng
Summary: In this study, the chloroplast genomes of three species of Paraphalaenopsis were reported and comprehensively analyzed. The genomes exhibited a quadripartite structure and varied in length from 147,311 bp to 149,240 bp. Unique genes including protein-coding genes, tRNA genes, and rRNA genes were identified in each genome. Six hypervariable regions were discovered as potential DNA molecular markers. Phylogenetic analysis indicated that Paraphalaenopsis is closely related to the Holcoglossum-Vanda clade within the Aeridinae subfamily. This study provides a foundation for future phylogenetic analysis of Aeridinae.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Zhengying Cao, Linyi Yang, Yaxuan Xin, Wenbin Xu, Qishao Li, Haorong Zhang, Yuxiang Tu, Yu Song, Peiyao Xin
Summary: This study conducted comparative genomic and phylogenetic analyses on seven Neocinnamomum taxa, revealing the genetic structure and evolutionary characteristics of these species. The chloroplast genome of Neocinnamomum has a size range of 150,753-150,956 bp and contains 128 annotated genes. The study identified 31 preferred codons and three highly variable regions. The results of this study will serve as a reference for molecular marker development and phylogenetic research in Neocinnamomum.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
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Genetics & Heredity
Young-Ho Ha, Bagila Maisupova, Kyung Choi, Hyun-Jun Kim, Daniyar Dosmanvetov, Bulkair Mambetov, Ainur Utebekova, Dong-Kap Kim, Kae Sun Chang, Aleksey Kim, Soo-Rang Lee, Seung Hwan Oh
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2020)
Editorial Material
Plant Sciences
Tae-Young Choi, Dong Chan Son, Soo-Rang Lee
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Genetics & Heredity
Young-Ho Ha, Seung-Hwan Oh, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: With global landscapes rapidly converted into agricultural fields, there is growing attention to gene flow between crops and wild relatives. Genetic diversity patterns in apple populations in Kazakhstan revealed high within-population diversity and low population divergences, likely influenced by human-mediated dispersal. The split pattern between cultivated and wild apples, along with frequent admixture, suggests increased human intervention and accelerates the risk of genetic swamping.
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Genetics & Heredity
Tae-Young Choi, Aleksey Kim, Dong-Kap Kim, Su-Young Jung, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: The study determined the genomic characteristics of Rosa kokanica, a deciduous shrub in Central Asia, using a de novo assembly strategy. The complete chloroplast genome was 156,802bp in length with a typical quadripartite structure and phylogenetic analysis revealed the monophyletic nature of the genus Rosa, with R. kokanica clustering together with the congener R. acicular.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Tae Young Choi, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: This study reviewed population genetics studies of wild plants in Korea over the past 10 years and found significant variations in genetic diversity patterns among different marker types. Endangered species exhibited lower within-population genetic variation and higher among-population genetic diversity, while species with wide geographic distribution generally showed higher within-population diversity values.
JOURNAL OF ASIA-PACIFIC BIODIVERSITY
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Tae-Young Choi, Dong Chan Son, Seung-Hwan Oh, Dong-Kap Kim, Kang-Hyup Lee, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: Cyrtomium yamamotoi is a taxonomically challenging species within the genus Cyrtomium. Through phylogenetic analysis and examination of morphological characters, it is likely an independent species separated from the C. fortunei complex.
PLANT SYSTEMATICS AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Tae-Young Choi, Se-Hyun Yun, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: We determined the characteristics of the complete chloroplast genome of Polygonatum falcatum and conducted a phylogenetic analysis, revealing its relationship with other species in the Asparagaceae family.
KOREAN JOURNAL OF PLANT TAXONOMY
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Tae-Young Choi, Eun Su Kang, Dong Chan Son, Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: The genomic characteristics of Sicyos angulatus show specific features, separating it from other species within the Cucurbitaceae family. Phylogenetic analysis reveals a clustering with Sicyos edulis, supporting previous studies. The intrafamilial classification system inferred from the data is also consistent with previous research based on CP DNA.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Tae -Young Choi, Dong Chan Son, Takashi Shiga, Soo -Rang Lee
Summary: The new species of Phedimus found on Mt. Daeam is closely related to P. middendorffianus and P. takesimensis. The taxonomic problems in Phedimus are primarily caused by morphological variation and hybridization. Through morphological and molecular phylogenetic analysis, we were able to confirm the identity of the new species and provide a comprehensive description and key for classification.
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Plant Sciences
Soo-Rang Lee
Summary: Biological invasion poses challenges due to distribution shifts. The invasive saltcedar shrub may have adapted to low rainfall in the southwestern US. Through experiments and genotyping, we found that saltcedar showed local adaptation to drought conditions, indicating its adaptive potential to extreme drought. This has implications for the expansion of saltcedar populations in the southwestern US.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Soo-Rang Lee, Dong Chan Son
Summary: This study used genomic tools to investigate the factors influencing the rapid invasion of burcucumber in Korea. The research found that most populations experienced population bottlenecks, leading to decreased within-population genetic diversity and increased population divergences. Environmental factors were not the primary determinant of the invasion, highlighting the importance of preventing secondary introductions to avoid invasive weed colonization.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
