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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Roland Toth, Nikolett Tokodyne Szabadi, Bence Lazar, Kitti Buda, Barbara Vegi, Judit Barna, Eszter Patakine Varkonyi, Krisztina Liptoi, Bertrand Pain, Elen Gocza
Summary: Heat stress from high environmental temperatures can negatively affect animal productivity, with studies showing a significant increase in the expression levels of HSP90 and HSF4 in heat-treated female chicken gonads.
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Environmental Sciences
Andrea Aguilar, Humberto Mattos, Beatriz Carnicero, Nataly Sanhueza, David Munoz, Mariana Teles, Lluis Tort, Sebastian Boltana
Summary: This study investigated the tolerance of tropical fish to prolonged thermal challenges and the impact of temperature increase on growth and metabolism. The results showed that fish maintained at the highest temperature had reduced growth and condition factor, and elevated levels of metabolites associated with amino acid catabolism and lipid metabolism pathways.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sharif Hasan Siddiqui, Mousumee Khan, Hosung Choe, Darae Kang, Kwanseob Shim
Summary: This study investigated the structure and functional expression of heat shock proteins (HSPs) in different chicken organs using meta-analysis. The results showed that the expression of HSPs varied among different organs and under different stress levels. Heat stress significantly changed the expression of HSP70 in the chicken liver. The findings highlight the diverse expression patterns of HSPs in chicken organs.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Zhenxing Wang, Cuimei Liu, Yingjiu Zhang, Chungang Wang
Summary: This study proposes an energy depletion-mediated heat-sensitization strategy to reduce cellular thermal resistance and enhance tumor-specific photothermal therapy. A novel nano-material was synthesized for drug loading, enabling controlled release and enhancing heat sensitivity by inhibiting tumor glycolysis and mitochondrial dysfunction, thereby improving therapeutic efficiency.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muhammad Asif Saleem, Waqas Malik, Abdul Qayyum, Sami Ul-Allah, Muhammad Qadir Ahmad, Hammad Afzal, Muhammad Waqas Amjid, Muhammad Farjad Ateeq, Zia Ullah Zia
Summary: Pakistan has the highest average temperatures in cotton growing areas globally. Heat waves have become more intense and unpredictable due to climate change. Certain cotton genotypes with maximum heat shock protein genes have shown increased photosynthesis, stomatal conductance, negative leaf-air temperature and high boll retention percentage under heat stress conditions, making them potential candidates for heat-tolerant breeding material.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yue Tan, Yong-Xu Sun, Ya-Jie Zhu, Ming-Ling Liao, Yun-Wei Dong
Summary: A study investigated the genetic differentiation and physiological responses of intertidal black mussels in different thermal microhabitats. The results showed that subpopulations in tidal pools and emergent rocks exhibited different genetic structures and molecular responses to high-temperature stress. These findings highlight the importance of environmental heterogeneity in driving genetic differentiation and adapting to thermal environments.
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Ecology
Changyi Zhang, Yuxuan Xu, Yijia Hua, Peng Li, Kenneth B. Storey, Wenyi Zhang
Summary: Climate warming and biological invasion can interact to affect ecosystems, and the present study demonstrates that the invasive red-eared slider turtle has greater physiological resistance to heat compared to co-occurring native turtle species in China. The invasive species shows higher heat tolerance and physiological advantages in enduring hot weather, which may favor them in situations of climate warming.
FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Francesco Perini, Filippo Cendron, Giacomo Rovelli, Cesare Castellini, Martino Cassandro, Emiliano Lasagna
Summary: New genomic tools have been used to assess molecular pathways involved in heat stress resistance in chickens. Local chicken breeds exhibit better resilience to heat stress. Heat stress can affect poultry productivity and meat quality, with native backyard chickens displaying greater adaptability to their environment.
Review
Plant Sciences
Shikha Chaudhary, Poonam Devi, Bindumadhava HanumanthaRao, Uday Chand Jha, Kamal Dev Sharma, P. V. Vara Prasad, Shiv Kumar, Kadambot H. M. Siddique, Harsh Nayyar
Summary: Vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet, but their production and quality can be negatively affected by high temperatures or heat stress. Heat can cause morphological damage and affect the reproductive processes of vegetables, resulting in lower yields. Therefore, it is important to develop heat-tolerant varieties and implement agronomic methods to mitigate the adverse impacts of heat stress on vegetable crops.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
A. V. Weber, B. L. Firth, I. G. Cadonic, P. M. Craig
Summary: This study investigated the impact of Venlafaxine (VFX) on zebrafish, and found that environmentally relevant concentrations of VFX had no effect on the thermal tolerance of zebrafish, but could lead to a decrease in the function of heat shock mechanisms.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY C-TOXICOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
(2023)
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Fisheries
Chuanyan Yang, Xiangbo Wang, Kai Zhou, Dongli Jiang, Ying Shan, Lingling Wang, Linsheng Song
Summary: This study investigated the effect of acute high temperature treatment on glycogen metabolism in the gills of Yesso scallop. The results showed that the activity of T-ATPase increased gradually, while glycogen reserves remained unchanged after the treatment. The mRNA expression levels of glycogen synthase, glycogen phosphorylase a, and phosphoenol pyruvate carboxy kinase were down-regulated, and the activity of glycogen phosphorylase a and the content of lactic acid increased significantly. Additionally, the mRNA levels of hexokinase and pyruvate kinase increased, while citrate synthase was down-regulated.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Kevin Maebe, Alex F. Hart, Leon Marshall, Peter Vandamme, Nicolas J. Vereecken, Denis Michez, Guy Smagghe
Summary: Bumblebees are key pollinators threatened by climate change, which may lead to adaptive responses and range contractions. Improving understanding of their adaptability is crucial for predicting vulnerability and developing conservation strategies.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Physiology
Yudong Quan, Zhenying Wang, Hongyi Wei, Kanglai He
Summary: The relationship between heat acclimation and the expression of specific HSPs plays a critical role in insect adaptation and evolution. Extreme thermal stress induces quick onset of HSP70 or HSP90 transcription, potentially aiding in adaptation to drastic temperature variations. Furthermore, the thermal tolerance of larvae is significantly enhanced after 6 hours of recovery, possibly regulated by HSP70.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Plant Sciences
Jyoti Devi, Vidya Sagar, Gyan P. Mishra, Prakash Kumar Jha, Nakul Gupta, Rakesh K. Dubey, Prabhakar M. Singh, Tusar K. Behera, P. V. Vara Prasad
Summary: In the era of climate change, heat stress poses a serious threat to pea plants, affecting their productivity and germination ability. Pea plants employ various defense strategies to tolerate heat stress, but the specific temperature thresholds and responses are still unknown. Traditional breeding methods and modern genomics technologies can be used to screen and develop heat-tolerant pea genotypes. Precise phenotyping and genomic studies can help identify candidate genes, and transgenic technology can be an alternative approach for developing heat-tolerant pea genotypes.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Anuschka Curran, Sandra Barnard
Summary: Coral bleaching is caused by elevated sea surface temperatures and increased light intensity, leading to the expulsion of algal symbionts from the coral host. Zooxanthellae cells have protective mechanisms such as heat shock proteins and antioxidant responses to environmental stress. Genetic bioengineering presents a potential solution to mitigate coral bleaching in the future.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Qiuran Yu, Fenglu Han, Maoxian Huang, Xiaodan Wang, Jian G. Qin, Liqiao Chen, Erchao Li
Summary: This study found that different doses of myo-inositol can significantly affect the growth performance, body composition, serum metabolite composition, hepatopancreatic metabolite content, and digestive enzyme activity in juvenile Pacific white shrimp. It suggests that myo-inositol can promote shrimp growth by improving lipid utilization.
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Environmental Sciences
Yiwen Yang, Qiuran Yu, Cong Zhang, Xiaodan Wang, Long He, Yuxing Huang, Erchao Li, Jianguang Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: The study found that thiamethoxam, a neonicotinoid insecticide, can be toxic to crustaceans, leading to hepatotoxicity and neurotoxic effects. The toxicity is related to the activation of antioxidant and detoxification systems, regulation of immune-related gene expression, and potential inflammatory response. High concentrations of thiamethoxam also cause decreased acetylcholinesterase activity and downregulation of synaptic transmission-related genes, affecting neurotoxicity in crustaceans.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jiadai Liu, Cong Zhang, Xiaodan Wang, Xinyu Li, Qincheng Huang, Han Wang, Yixin Miao, Erchao Li, Jianguang Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: This study investigated the potential of high dietary methionine levels in alleviating chronic heat stress in Chinese mitten crab Eriocheir sinensis. The results showed that under high water temperatures, the crabs exhibited decreased feed conversion ratio and increased weight gain, specific growth rate, molting frequency, and protein efficiency ratio. However, survival rate decreased. The high-methionine diet was found to reduce lipid accumulation and increase protein content, while also mitigating oxidative stress and activating immune function.
Article
Fisheries
Jingyu Pan, Liqiao Chen, Yuzhou Ji, Yuxing Huang, Xianyong Bu, Jiahua Zhu, Erchao Li, Jianguang Qin, Xiaodan Wang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between inositol metabolism and carbohydrate metabolism in Nile tilapia under acute hyperosmotic stress. Glucose solution and PBS were injected into the experimental and control group fish, respectively, followed by exposing them to brackish water for different time points. The hyperosmotic stress increased osmotic pressure, glucose content, and metabolic processes in the liver of fish. Genes related to inositol synthesis and transport were induced by hypertonicity in gill, kidney, and liver tissues. Glucose injection decreased inositol synthesis and apoptosis in the liver, but increased Na+K+-ATPase activity and osmoregulation ability in the gill.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Qincheng Huang, Xiaodan Wang, Zhideng Lin, Jiadai Liu, Han Wang, Cong Zhang, Zhenyu Du, Jianguang Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: The present study investigated the effect of vitamin A on growth performance, lipid metabolism, fatty acid composition, antioxidant ability and inflammatory response of crabs fed different vegetable oils. The interaction between vitamin A and lipid source did not influence the survival rate, final body weight, weight gain and specific growth rate of crabs. Crabs fed perilla oil showed optimal growth performance with the lowest body lipid content and hemolymph triglyceride, while crabs fed coconut oil showed the worst growth performance and aggravating inflammation. Dietary vitamin A improved growth performance and relieved inflammation of crabs fed different lipid sources, enhancing antioxidant activity and mitigating lipid peroxidation.
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Fisheries
Xianyong Bu, Qincheng Huang, Ying Song, Changle Qi, Zhideng Lin, Xiaodan Wang, Meiling Zhang, Chuanjie Qin, Jian G. Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: This study evaluates the effects of dietary myo-inositol (MI) on the ovarian development of female Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis). The results showed that feeding crabs diets supplemented with 1600 and 3200 mg/kg MI significantly promoted ovarian development, increased gonadosomatic index and yolk granule deposition. MI supplementation also enhanced vitellogenin synthesis, lipid metabolism, and transport-related gene expression in the hepatopancreas and ovary. Thus, feeding a diet with 1600mg/kg MI can effectively promote ovarian development in Chinese mitten crabs.
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Fisheries
Ying Song, Xinyu Cai, Xianyong Bu, Shubin Liu, Mingqi Song, Yiwen Yang, Xiaodan Wang, Qingchao Shi, Jianguang Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: This study evaluates the effects of dietary iron and vitamin C on the growth performance, iron utilization, antioxidant capacity, and nonspecific immunity of the Chinese mitten crab. The results show that dietary supplementation of 700.90 mg/kg of vitamin C can improve iron absorption and utilization, thereby increasing the growth, immunity, and disease resistance of the crab.
AQUACULTURE NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Cong Zhang, Jiadai Liu, Xiaodan Wang, Erchao Li, Mingqi Song, Yiwen Yang, Chuanjie Qin, Jianguang Qin, Liqiao Chen
Summary: Previous research has shown that hypoxia can be harmful to the neural system of Chinese mitten crabs, but this study found that GABA can provide neuroprotection against hypoxia-induced damage. Through feeding and hypoxia challenge experiments, it was discovered that GABA can protect the neural system of Chinese mitten crabs and regulate their metabolism.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Trung T. T. Nguyen, Thanh Hoang, Tuyet Pham, Vi Khanh Truong, Xuan Luo, Jian Qin, Wei Zhang
Summary: Shell wastes impose burdens on the shellfish industry, but they can be used for commercial chitin production to minimize negative impacts and maximize economic value.
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
Pei Cao, Nasim Amiralian, Jingjing Wang, Bing Sun, Amirali Popat, Fengwei Xie, Zhi Ping Xu, Yan Li, Li Li
Summary: Oral vaccine is an ideal non-invasive method to protect communities from infectious diseases. Researchers developed alginate/chitosan-coated cellulose nanocrystal and nanofibril nanocomposites to enhance ovalbumin delivery in the intestine. In vitro and in vivo experiments showed that the nanocomposites generated strong immune responses. However, no significant differences in specific ovalbumin immune responses were observed due to the complexity of the small intestine.
BIOMATERIALS ADVANCES
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Shirin Akter, Melissa L. Wos-Oxley, Sarah R. Catalano, Md Mahbubul Hassan, Xiaoxu Li, Jian G. Qin, Andrew P. A. Oxley
Summary: Pacific oysters and Mediterranean mussels have gut microbiota that plays an important role in their health and nutrition. The composition of their gut microbiota is influenced by both the host and the environment, as revealed by studying their bacterial assemblages in seawater and gut samples.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Jiahua Zhu, Fan Zhang, Yuxing Huang, Jingyu Pan, Erchao Li, Jian G. Qin, Liqiao Chen, Xiaodan Wang
Summary: This research explores the influence of myo-inositol on the hypertonic stress adaptation of Nile tilapia by increasing lipid utilization and improving osmotic regulation ability. It was found that myo-inositol supplementation improved growth performance, promoted protein deposition, reduced fat accumulation, and alleviated liver lipid accumulation. Additionally, it reduced serum lipids and upregulated the expression of ion transporter-related genes. The findings suggest that dietary supplementation with myo-inositol can regulate lipid metabolism and improve the physiological response of Nile tilapia to hypertonic stress.
ANIMAL FEED SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Xiaochen Zhu, Penny Miller-Ezzy, Mark Gluis, Yingying Zhao, Jianguang Qin, Youhong Tang, Yibing Liu, Xiaoxu Li
Summary: Pacific oysters are important in aquaculture, and this study investigated how to improve larval cryopreservation techniques. The results showed that adding the lipid POPC to the base CPA significantly increased larval development after thawing. Adding tocopherol alone had no significant effect. However, combining POPC and tocopherol improved survival rates and doubled the spat production compared to the base CPA.
Article
Fisheries
Yang Zhou, Li Xu, Zhongtang He, Weijie Cui, Qun Lu, Jianguang Qin, Shengqi Su, Tao He
Summary: This study successfully differentiated different stocks of Schizothorax grahami in the Chishui River by analyzing otolith morphology, providing important evidence for the scientific management of these fish resources.
Article
Fisheries
Xiaochen Zhu, Penny Miller-Ezzy, Mark Gluis, Jianguang Qin, Youhong Tang, Yibing Liu, Yingying Zhao, Xiaoxu Li
Summary: This study investigated the effect of adding lipids and antioxidants on the survival rate of frozen mussel oocytes. The results showed that supplementing phospholipids or antioxidants in the base cryoprotectant agent significantly increased the survival rate of mussel larvae. Additionally, adding salmon lipid extract resulted in the highest survival rate and increased the number of mussel spat.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sang Hyuck Lee, Mi Ae Kim, Young Chang Sohn
Summary: This study characterized the CCAP signaling system in Pacific abalone and revealed its relationship with the calcium/PKC and cAMP/PKA signal transduction pathways. It provides new insights into the evolutionary origins of the NPS and OT/VP signaling systems in protostomes.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hanna Scheuffele, Erica V. Todd, John A. Donald, Timothy D. Clark
Summary: Global warming is causing an increase in extreme weather events, affecting ecosystems and the behavior of ectotherms. More research is needed to understand the impact of diurnal thermal variability and improve climate change predictions.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jaakko Haverinen, Ahmed Badr, Markus Eskelinen, Matti Vornanen
Summary: The acclimatization of certain ectothermic vertebrates to winter conditions involves reduced energy consumption, achieved through decreased movement activity, depression of cellular functions, or switching to anaerobic energy production. This study on crucian carp showed that winter-acclimatized fish exhibited lower metabolic rates and a shift to anaerobic energy production during anoxia. Winter dormancy in crucian carp is achieved through active reduction of energy consumption, a slowed metabolic rate, and a direct response to oxygen absence.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maria Cruz Sueiro, Cynthia A. Awruch, Gustavo M. Somoza, Walter S. Svagelj, Maria G. Palacios
Summary: According to life-history theory, there might be different immunological strategies between reproductive and non-reproductive periods due to limited resources. Our study on two sympatric marine fish species, rockfish and sandperch, found that reproductive individuals showed lower immune function, but higher levels of natural antibodies in rockfish females, compared to their non-reproductive counterparts. On the other hand, reproductively active sandperch males showed lower levels of natural antibodies and higher neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio and spleen index compared to non-reproductive males. The study highlights the species-specific patterns of immunity and the potential influence of resource limitation and abiotic factors on immune trade-offs in fish.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
James B. Cummins, Dane A. Crossley II
Summary: This study focuses on cardiovascular development in altricial bird species, which has been less studied compared to precocial species. The researchers investigated the cholinergic and adrenergic receptor mediated control of arterial blood pressure and heart rate in the neotropic cormorant. The findings suggest that both cholinergic and adrenergic tone play a role in cardiovascular regulation in embryonic birds.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ru Xia, Hong-Kang Liu, Xi-Feng Liu, Xin Deng, Chuan-Jie Qin, Yuan-Fa He, Shi-Mei Lin, Yong-Jun Chen
Summary: This study cloned the genes encoding glucokinase and glucose-6-phosphatase catalytic subunit in largemouth bass, revealing their distribution and transcriptional regulation. The results showed that the functions of G6pc and Gck in LMB were highly conserved in evolution, and the interconversion of glucose and G6P in the liver was well regulated at the transcript level under high starch diet, but a futile cycle was induced after a glucose load.
COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY A-MOLECULAR & INTEGRATIVE PHYSIOLOGY
(2024)