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Fisheries
Christos Palaiokostas
Summary: The study tested the efficiency of various machine learning models in predicting disease resistance and found that XGB performed the best in most datasets, with a slight advantage over GBLUP-MCMC. SVM and RF models also provided predictions close to XGB and GBLUP-MCMC. Adaboost yielded slightly lower predictions, while DT consistently performed poorly in predictions compared to GBLUP-MCMC.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Philip E. Hulme, Wenting Liu
Summary: Despite the taxonomic and agronomic similarity between herbicide resistant and susceptible weeds in the United States, a trait-based approach has shown that herbicide resistant weeds are more likely to be outcrossing, have unisexual flowers, and be wind pollinated, as well as have larger chromosome numbers and seed size compared to herbicide susceptible weeds. This study suggests that incorporating plant traits in risk assessment tools can help identify future herbicide resistance hazards more effectively.
PEST MANAGEMENT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Christina Kriaridou, Smaragda Tsairidou, Clemence Fraslin, Gregor Gorjanc, Mark E. E. Looseley, Ian A. A. Johnston, Ross D. D. Houston, Diego Robledo
Summary: Genomic selection can enhance genetic progress in aquaculture breeding programs, but it is not widely implemented due to high genotyping costs. Genotype imputation is a promising strategy to reduce costs and facilitate the adoption of genomic selection. This study investigated the effectiveness of genotype imputation using datasets of four aquaculture species. The results showed that FImpute v.3 was the fastest and achieved high imputation accuracies. Increasing panel density improved imputation accuracy, and well-selected LD panels could achieve near-maximal genomic selection prediction accuracy in fish species.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2023)
Review
Biodiversity Conservation
Janina Brakel, Rema C. Sibonga, Richard Dumilag, Valeria Montalescot, Iona Campbell, Elizabeth J. Cottier-Cook, Georgia Ward, Virginie Le Masson, Tao Liu, Flower E. Msuya, Juliet Brodie, Phaik-Eem Lim, Claire M. M. Gachon
Summary: Seaweed cultivation is the fastest-growing aquaculture sector with the potential to drive development in poor coastal populations, but challenges remain in terms of sustainable exploitation of marine genetic resources. Utilizing genetic resources for cultivating eucheumatoid carrageenophytes can support economic development in tropical countries, yet addressing knowledge gaps and threats to the sector is crucial for continued progress.
PLANTS PEOPLE PLANET
(2021)
Review
Fisheries
Muhammad Nur Syafaat, Muyassar H. Abualreesh, Norhafiza Ilyana Yatim, Hanafiah Fazhan, Khor Waiho, Hongyu Ma, Victor Tosin Okomoda, Mhd Ikhwanuddin
Summary: This review summarizes the current status of interspecific hybridization in crustacean species and discusses its potential for crustacean aquaculture production. Cross-breeding of shrimp and lobster species has been supported by artificial insemination technology, while crabs still rely on natural mating. Interspecies hybridization of crustacean species has also been observed in nature.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Nicholas J. Foster, Richard F. Maloney, Philip J. Seddon, Mariano Rodriguez-Recio, Yolanda van Heezik
Summary: This study aims to assess whether high-elevation landforms can limit the movements of invasive small mammals and improve the success of eradication programs. Based on species' distributions and spatial predictions, the researchers identified landforms that can act as dispersal barriers. The findings suggest that high-elevation landforms have the potential to significantly enhance the effectiveness of eradication programs by restricting the movement of target species.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Grant Hopkins, Ian Davidson, Eugene Georgiades, Oliver Floerl, Donald Morrisey, Patrick Cahill
Summary: The number of submerged static artificial structures (SSAS) in the marine environment is increasing, leading to biofouling accumulation and potential impacts. Current management methods are mainly reactive and mechanical, but there is a need for more innovative technologies for proactive and preventive approaches. Further research and testing are essential to ensure efficacy and feasibility at operational scales.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Forestry
Carlo Bregant, Antonio A. Mulas, Giovanni Rossetto, Antonio Deidda, Lucia Maddau, Giovanni Piras, Benedetto T. Linaldeddu
Summary: Monitoring surveys in four forest nurseries in Italy identified fourteen Phytophthora species associated with collar and root rot in Mediterranean and alpine regions. A new species, Phytophthora mediterranea, was described based on genetic and morphological analysis, showing potential threat to native Mediterranean vegetation. Discovery of Phytophthora cinnamomi in alpine nurseries suggests its expansion into colder environments due to climate change.
Article
Fisheries
Yi Xuan Tay, Yepin Yu, Zituo Yang, Le Wang, Fei Sun, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Understanding the molecular mechanisms of disease resistance is crucial for improving aquaculture. The pIgR gene was found to play an important role in the mucosal immunity of Asian seabass, inhibiting iridovirus infection. Two SNPs in the pIgR gene may be associated with resistance to iridovirus.
Article
Fisheries
Zituo Yang, Joey Wong, Le Wang, Fei Sun, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: The knockout of the pomc gene in zebrafish resulted in increased body weight and decreased feed conversion ratio (FCR) without any observable side effects. These findings suggest that pomc is a valuable gene for genetic modification to improve growth and reduce FCR in aquaculture using the Crispr/Cas9 system.
Article
Fisheries
Pierre Boudry, Francois Allal, Muhammad L. Aslam, Luca Bargelloni, Tim P. Bean, Sophie Brard-Fudulea, Marine S. O. Brieuc, Federico C. F. Calboli, John Gilbey, Pierrick Haffray, Jean-Baptiste Lamy, Romain Morvezen, Catherine Purcell, Paulo A. Prodohl, Marc Vandeputte, Geoffrey C. Waldbieser, Anna K. Sonesson, Ross D. Houston
Summary: Selective breeding has been successfully utilized in improving profitability and sustainability of aquatic species, and the implementation of genomic selection aims to further predict breeding value. While the potential of genomic selection is evident, customized species-specific applications are necessary to maximize its benefits for the aquaculture sector.
AQUACULTURE REPORTS
(2021)
Review
Plant Sciences
Carmen M. Avila, Cristina Rodriguez-Suarez, Sergio G. Atienza
Summary: This paper reviews the main advances in breeding and quality improvement of hexaploid tritordeum, emphasizing the importance of utilizing plant genetic resources effectively for the development of new crops. The success of tritordeum demonstrates the significance of adequate commercialization strategies and demonstrative experiences in developing new products for consumers.
Article
Thermodynamics
Fang Qu, Yufeng Chen, Biao Zheng
Summary: The study investigates the volatility spillovers between crude oil, new energy stocks, high-tech sector, and the low-carbon notion in China, revealing the main contributors to the volatility spillover of new energy. It also warns that overemphasizing the role of new energy in technology and environmental protection may exacerbate speculative mentality and potential financial bubbles in China's new energy stocks.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Glenn A. A. Aguilar-Hernandez, Ankita Singhvi, Catrin Bocher, Xiaoyang Zhong
Summary: High-tech industries drive the modern digital world, yet they are highly susceptible to disruptions caused by geopolitics and economic factors. Immediate actions are required to enhance the resilience of their supply chains.
NATURE ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Business
Shufeng (Simon) Xiao, Yong Kyu Lew, Byung Il Park
Summary: The study suggests that external network resources of Chinese ventures are crucial in driving their development of entrepreneurial capability, leading to positive effects on their international NPD performance. Moreover, it also indicates that EMVs with well-developed entrepreneurial capability perform better in NPD for international markets when they are capable of developing international networks.
JOURNAL OF BUSINESS RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Fisheries
Zituo Yang, Yepin Yu, Yi Xuan Tay, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Selective breeding has significantly increased aquaculture production, and the use of CRISPR/Cas9 technology for gene/genome editing is faster and more precise, rapidly emerging as a tool for genetic improvement in over 20 aquaculture species.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Feng Liu, Fei Sun, Gang Qiao Kuang, Le Wang, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: This study discovered natural golden mutants in Mozambique tilapia and uncovered the molecular mechanisms underlying the golden skin color. The insertion in the 3' UTR of the Pmel17 gene was identified as the key factor responsible for the golden skin color, which can be used as a reliable DNA marker to facilitate breeding for golden color in tilapia.
Article
Biology
Le Wang, Fei Sun, Zi Yi Wan, Zituo Yang, Yi Xuan Tay, May Lee, Baoqing Ye, Yanfei Wen, Zining Meng, Bin Fan, Yuzer Alfiko, Yubang Shen, Francesc Piferrer, Axel Meyer, Manfred Schartl, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Research on sex determination in Siamese fighting fish Betta splendens reveals the role of dmrt1 gene and epigenetic regulation in this process. The insertion of a transposon, drbx1, into the X-linked dmrt1 allele induces epigenetic changes leading to reduced expression and female development. The differentiation between X and Y chromosomes is limited to a small region, with recombination suppression slightly spreading out of the MSD gene locus.
Article
Agronomy
G. H. Yue, C. C. Lai, M. Lee, L. Wang, Z. J. Song
Summary: Chia, an emerging industry crop with high content of omega-3 fatty acids and dietary fiber in its seeds, lacks polymorphic and codominant DNA markers for genetic analysis. This study identified and characterized fourteen polymorphic microsatellites in chia, revealing low genetic variation among cultivars from Mexico, Australia, and Bolivia. The findings suggest that a breeding program for chia should incorporate seeds from multiple cultivars to increase genetic variation.
GENETIC RESOURCES AND CROP EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Zoology
Le Wang, Fei Sun, May Lee, Gen-Hua Yue
ZOOLOGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zhuojun Song, Le Wang, Chongcheong Lai, May Lee, Zituo Yang, Genhua Yue
Summary: In this study, the physiological responses and underlying mechanisms of oil palm to salt stress were investigated using RNA-Seq analysis. The results showed that salt stress activated the expression of EgSPCH gene and increased stomatal density in oil palm. Additionally, several differentially expressed genes were found to be involved in salt response-related bioprocesses. Overexpression of EgSPCH in Arabidopsis resulted in increased stomatal production and decreased salt tolerance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Yi Xuan Tay, Yepin Yu, Zituo Yang, Le Wang, Fei Sun, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Understanding the molecular mechanisms of disease resistance is crucial for improving aquaculture. The pIgR gene was found to play an important role in the mucosal immunity of Asian seabass, inhibiting iridovirus infection. Two SNPs in the pIgR gene may be associated with resistance to iridovirus.
Review
Fisheries
Gen Hua Yue, Le Wang, Zituo Yang, Fei Sun, Yi Xuan Tay, Joey Wong, Shadame Yeo
Summary: Genomic resources play a critical role in aquaculture, and their applications in Asian seabass include analyzing genetic diversity, establishing mating schemes, genetic traceability, mapping QTL, and genetic improvement. This review provides an overview of available genomic resources and discusses the challenges and future directions in their development and application in Asian seabass aquaculture.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Zhuojun Song, Le Wang, May Lee, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Drought stress is a significant environmental hazard, and plants respond to it differently. C3 and C4 plants exhibit different cellular responses to drought, which may be associated with the divergent expression of their SPEECHLESS genes. Our research investigated the drought tolerance of C3 and C4 plants through gene expression analysis and stomatal assay under drought stress.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Le Wang, Shadame Yeo, May Lee, S. Endah, N. A. Alhuda, G. H. Yue
Summary: This study aimed to identify DNA markers associated with sugar content, stalk diameter, and sugarcane top borer resistance. The sugarcane samples were genotyped using RADseq technology. Through F-ST analysis and GWAS, a total of 9, 23, and 9 DNA variants were identified for sugar content, stalk diameter, and sugarcane top borer resistance, respectively. These markers have the potential to accelerate genetic improvement in sugarcane breeding.
MOLECULAR GENETICS AND GENOMICS
(2023)
Review
Fisheries
G. H. Yue, K. Y. Ma, J. H. Xia
Summary: Aquaculture is crucial for global food security. Developing species and varieties of omnivorous fish that can tolerate high salinity will enhance fish production. Certain tilapia species, such as Oreochromis mossambicus and Oreochromis aureus, are highly tolerant to salinity and have been used in aquaculture production in brackish and seawater. Different breeding methods, both conventional and molecular, have been implemented to improve the growth rate and salinity tolerance of tilapia. Advances in genomic resources and disruptive technologies provide optimism for novel breeding approaches to further enhance the production of salinity-tolerant tilapia.
REVIEWS IN AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Shadame Yeo, May Lee, L. Wang, S. Endah, N. A. Alhuda, G. H. Yue
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic relationships among 1027 sugarcane accessions collected in Indonesia and found significant genetic variations. The matrix of genetic similarities and the phylogenetic tree can guide the setup of breeding programs for genetic improvement.
Review
Fisheries
G. H. Yue, L. Wang, F. Sun, Z. T. Yang, J. Wong, Y. F. Wen, H. Y. Pang, M. Lee, S. T. Yeo, B. Liang, K. Chen, H. S. Lim, J. H. Jiang
Summary: Aquaculture is an important sector in agriculture that provides high quality proteins for humans. Singapore's breeding program for Asian seabass has successfully established three elite lines through the use of various genetic improvement techniques, improving traits such as growth, omega-3 content, and disease resistance.
REVIEWS IN FISH BIOLOGY AND FISHERIES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Plant Sciences
Feng Zhu, Jing Shang, Sek-Man Wong
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Le Wang, May Lee, Fei Sun, Zhuojun Song, Zituo Yang, Gen Hua Yue
Summary: Chia, a functional food crop with high omega-3 fatty acids, has low seed yield and limited genomic resources. This study reports the first high-quality chromosome-level genome sequence of chia, providing insights into its genome features and genetic improvement potential.
PLANT COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Hunter S. Bailey, Ashley N. Fincannon, Lee A. Fuiman
Summary: This study investigated the transfer of fatty acids from broodstock diets to eggs and the time needed for the eggs to equilibrate to the diet in Southern flounder. The findings indicate that different diet treatments significantly affect the fatty acid composition of eggs, and it takes 8-16 weeks for the eggs to adapt to changes in the adult diet. These results are important for improving broodstock diets and feeding protocols in stock-enhancement programs.
Article
Fisheries
Yu Liu, Mingtao Lei, Hector Victor, Yan Wang
Summary: This study confirms the feasibility of replacing raw fish diet with a formulated diet in commercial farming of large yellow croaker, which can increase fish survival and yield, and reduce feed cost and body lipid deposition.
Article
Fisheries
Xiaoyan Zhang, Lize San, Yucong Yang, Yuehong Tao, Jiangong Ren, Yufeng Liu, Zhongwei He, Jiashuo Di, Ziteng Pei, Guixing Wang, Jilun Hou
Summary: Gynogenesis is an effective technique for establishing homogeneous lines and confirming potential chromosomal mechanisms of sex determination in fish. This study successfully induced gynogenetic families in Thamnaconus modestus and established a complete method for gynogenesis induction.
Article
Fisheries
Julieta C. Martinelli, Megan Considine, Helen R. Casendino, Carolyn M. Tarpey, Isadora Jimenez-Hidalgo, Jacqueline L. Padilla-Gamino, Teri L. King, Lorenz Hauser, Steven Rumrill, Chelsea L. Wood
Summary: Shell-boring polychaetes have caused significant damage to mariculture operations worldwide, particularly in the US Pacific region. This study provides a comprehensive dataset on the prevalence, species distribution, and environmental associations of these parasites, highlighting the impact of season, culturing methods, and environmental factors on infestation.
Article
Fisheries
Juan Gao, Xueshan Li, Kangle Lu, Kai Song, Jian Zhang, Ling Wang, Chunxiao Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the effects of dietary protein levels on growth performance, antioxidant capacity, digestive enzyme activity, and metamorphosis rate of bullfrog tadpoles. The optimal dietary protein level for bullfrog tadpoles was estimated to be 42.49%-46.50% of the diet.
Article
Fisheries
Qiang Li, Lijun Duan, Dongsheng Jin, Yuxin Chen, Yirong Lou, Qianjin Zhou, Zhongjie Xu, Fangjie Chen, Hongxian Chen, Guizong Xu, Maocang Yan, Guanjun Yang, Jianfei Lu, Yanjun Zhang, Jiong Chen
Summary: This study developed a centrifugal microfluidic chip with on-chip RPA to detect five pathogenic microorganisms. The chip enabled the parallel analysis of six genetic markers from a single sample and allowed for the highly automated detection of multiple samples. Compared with PCR and DNA sequencing, the on-chip RPA assay showed high sensitivity and specificity for detecting multiple pathogens in shrimp aquaculture.
Article
Fisheries
Xingchen Huo, Pengxu Wang, Fengxia Zhao, Qian Liu, Qingqing Tian, Lingjie Tang, Maolin Lv, Zhaohui Wei, Chunrong Yang, Jianguo Su
Summary: Bacterial diseases in aquaculture ponds have negative effects on sustainable development. The use of composite I20 biotherapy has been shown to effectively treat bacterial diseases in bullfrog ponds, providing a new strategy for controlling bacterial diseases in aquaculture.
Article
Fisheries
Peng Yin, Takaya Saito, Per Gunnar Fjelldal, Bjorn Tharandur Bjornsson, Sofie Charlotte Remo, Sandeep Sharma, Rolf Erik Olsen, Kristin Hamre
Summary: This study aims to investigate the effect of seasonal changes in temperature and photoperiod on the redox metabolism of Atlantic salmon at the molecular level. The research findings suggest that the changing photoperiod and temperature influenced the redox metabolism of Atlantic salmon, highlighting the importance of oxidative status in the ecological implications.
Article
Fisheries
Nicholas Oppong Mensah, Jeffery Kofi Asare, Emmanuel Tetteh-Doku Mensah, Ernest Christlieb Amrago, Frank Osei Tutu, Anthony Donkor
Summary: This study investigates aquaculture farmers' preference for climate-smart aquaculture insurance products, the challenges they face, and their preferred insurance coverage. The results show that farmers prefer Climate-Induced Aquaculture Stock Mortality Insurance and the most significant constraint is the delay in claim settlement.
Article
Fisheries
Qiu-Ping Chai, Pei Wu, Wei-Dan Jiang, Yang Liu, Hong-Mei Ren, Xiao-Wan Jin, Lin Feng, Xiao-Qiu Zhou
Summary: The study found that appropriate levels of potassium diformate (KDF) can enhance the immune defense and mediate the inflammatory process in fish, possibly through the regulation of T cell differentiation via JAK-STAT and NF-kappa B signaling pathways.
Article
Fisheries
Tian Zhu, Haomin Jia, Haopeng Zhang, Yujing Xiao, Cui Han, Jiaxin Yang
Summary: Chicken manure has significant effects on the cultivation of Chlorella and rotifers. The optimal amount of chicken manure extract for continuous cultivation is 10 mLL-1. Chicken manure can promote the growth of Chlorella and improve the fatty acid composition, indirectly enhancing the growth condition and fatty acid content of rotifers.
Article
Fisheries
Zheng Luo, Yang Yu, Zhenning Bao, Fuhua Li
Summary: This study analyzed the heritability and genetic correlation of two growth traits in Pacific white shrimp and evaluated the genomic prediction using different genomic selection models. The results showed that the NeuralNet model had the highest prediction accuracy and better prospects for predicting shrimp growth traits.
Article
Fisheries
Alberto Ruiz, Ignasi Sanahuja, Karl B. Andree, Dolors Furones, Paul G. Holhorea, Josep A. Calduch-Giner, Jose J. Pastor, Marc Vinas, Jaume Perez-Sanchez, Sofia Morais, Enric Gisbert
Summary: Supplementing diets with a combination of spice oleoresins can reduce lipid accumulation and inflammation in farmed fish. The combination of spice oleoresins also has an immunomodulatory effect on the fish's intestinal immune system, potentially offering anti-inflammatory benefits.
Article
Fisheries
Beibei Zhao, Renhui Mei, Le Li, Di Hu, Lei Li
Summary: This study reveals that JfCXCL8_L1a and JfCXCL8_L1b have different immune pathways, and JfCXCL8_L1b plays a significant role in enhancing the adaptive immunity of T cell-dependent antigen.
Article
Fisheries
Yuhang Liu, Danying Cao, Nan Wu, Xuyang Zhao, Qingsong Zhu, Lian Su, Fatima Altaf, Qianqian Zhang, Haokun Liu, Yongming Li, Bruno Hamish Unger, Yingyin Cheng, Wanting Zhang, Aihua Li, Yaping Wang, Xiao-Qin Xia
Summary: Based on previous research, sinomenine has been found to protect mucosal immunity in farmed fish species by preventing intestinal pathological changes and regulating gene expression related to inflammation. It also enhances immune homeostasis and controls the growth of pathogenic bacteria.
