Article
Plant Sciences
Rekis Abdelkrim, Laiadi Ziane, Boudchicha Hind Rima, Chatti Khaled, Choulak Sarra, Boumegoura Ali
Summary: In this study, the genetic diversity of 102 Algerian date palm samples from different oases regions in Algeria was analyzed using SSR markers. The results revealed a total of 56 alleles with an average of 6.22 alleles per locus. The observed and expected heterozygosity ranged from 0.222 to 1.000 and from 0.364 to 0.855, respectively. The study demonstrated a significant genetic diversity in the analyzed Algerian date palm germplasm.
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Murat Guney, Salih Kafkas, Hakan Keles, Mozhgan Zarifikhosroshahi, Muhammet Ali Gundesli, Sezai Ercisli, Tomas Necas, Geza Bujdoso
Summary: SSR analysis revealed that Yozgat province in Turkey has a significant genetic diversity pool and a rich genetic variance of walnuts.
Article
Plant Sciences
Riaz Ahmad, Hayssam M. Ali, Anna Lisek, Walid F. A. Mosa, Sezai Ercisli, Muhammad Akbar Anjum
Summary: This study investigated the genetic variation, phenotypic traits relationship, and inter-relationship among fruit characteristics of different date palm cultivars collected from two research stations in Pakistan. The results revealed a huge diversity in phenological and biochemical characteristics among date palm cultivars, as well as correlations among various characteristics. These findings provide important information for future breeding programs.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Forestry
Mojtaba Kordrostami, Mohammad Mafakheri, Jameel M. Al-Khayri
Summary: Date palm, a widely cultivated plant in arid regions, has been traditionally difficult to breed due to its long generation cycle and heterozygosity. Recent advancements in biotechnology have provided potential solutions to these challenges.
TREE GENETICS & GENOMES
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mahmoud M. Gaballah, Azza M. Metwally, Milan Skalicky, Mohamed M. Hassan, Marian Brestic, Ayman EL Sabagh, Aysam M. Fayed
Summary: This study aims to characterize 16 rice genotypes for grain and agronomic parameters under normal and drought stress conditions, and genetic differentiation by determining specific DNA markers related to drought tolerance. The genotypes Giza179, IET1444, Hybrid1, and Hybrid2 showed good performance in key traits. Genetic diversity and potential breeding materials for developing drought-tolerant rice varieties were identified.
Article
Horticulture
Muneeba Zubair Alam, Said Al-Hamimi, Mutamed Ayyash, Camila Tamiello Rosa, Elhadi M. Yahia, Sabeera Haris, Ali Hassan Al-Marzouqi, Afaf Kamal-Eldin
Summary: The fruits of dates are widely recognized and accepted by consumers globally due to their high dietary fiber content and phenolic compounds. Different date cultivars vary widely in quality and are suitable for different applications. The quality attributes of date fruits and their variability among cultivars are discussed in this review article. Understanding the variability in fruit quality will enable better utilization of dates as ingredients in processed foods.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2023)
Article
Agronomy
Murat Guney, Salih Kafkas, Mozhgan Zarifikhosroshahi, Muhammet Ali Gundesli, Sezai Ercisli, Vojtech Holubec
Summary: Genetic diversity and relationships of 54 wild-grown terebinths were determined using 40 SSR markers, revealing two major clusters. The study emphasized the efficiency of SSRs in genetic diversity analysis of terebinth genotypes. This molecular analysis will facilitate germplasm collection and future studies on genetic mapping, diversity, characterization, and breeding of terebinths.
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Jafar Maryam, Muhammad Jafar Jaskani, Ishtiaq Ahmad, Muhammad Nafees, Hayat Ali Alafari, Sajid Fiaz, Sana Fatima, Rashid Iqbal, Dalal S. Alshaya, Kotb Attia, Areej S. Jalal, Muhammad Uzair
Summary: This study investigated the differential behavior of nine pollen sources from different locations upon pollination with date palm cultivar Hillawi. Results showed that M8 pollen source was positively associated with most variables, while M7 shortened the ripening time and exhibited the highest ascorbic acid content. Fruits developed from M8 pollination exhibited higher total sugar contents, protein, antioxidant and enzymatic activity, and had shortened ripening time.
TURKISH JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
(2023)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Basudeb Sarkar, V. S. K. Chakravarthy, M. Vanaja, K. Salini, M. Maheswari, N. Jyothilakshmi, A. K. Shanker, S. K. Yadav, M. Prabhakar, G. R. Chary, V. K. Singh
Summary: Drought stress during reproductive stages leads to low yield in pigeon pea in semi-arid regions. Assessing genetic diversity and stress tolerance-related traits is crucial for selecting parent lines and improving the crop. This study evaluated different pigeon pea genotypes under irrigated and drought stress conditions, revealing high genetic diversity in morpho-physiological traits with photosynthesis and water use efficiency as useful indicators of drought tolerance. Genotyping using SSR markers identified diverse genotypic groups based on stress tolerance and maturity duration, and revealed 109 unique alleles with an average of 2.09 alleles per marker. This study provides insights for selecting parental lines in the genetic enhancement program for pigeon pea.
PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTER
(2023)
Article
Horticulture
Fouzia Alla, Kawtar Jdaini, Hanane M'hamdi, Hamza Mechchate, Mashail N. AlZain, Nurah M. Alzamel, Omar Noman, Jamal Mimouni, Mohammed Aziz Elhoumaizi
Summary: The study compared results of TDP method calibration with Granier's original equation, and found that using new calibration parameters improved the accuracy of sap flow measurements, indicating that a general equation is not suitable for different tree species.
Review
Genetics & Heredity
Olfa Saddoud Debbabi, Sameh Rahmani Mnasri, Fathi Ben Amar, M'barek Ben Naceur, Cinzia Montemurro, Monica Marilena Miazzi
Summary: Tunisia, located at the crossroad of the Mediterranean Basin, has been a strategic place for gene flow of olive species. Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) have been used to study the genetic diversity of olive crops, identify interesting genotypes, and prepare for challenges brought by climate changes.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Anmol Singh Yadav, Anil Kumar Singh, Ramesh Chand, Shyam Saran Vaish
Summary: Understanding the genetic diversity and population structure of pea germplasm is necessary for developing rust resistant varieties. This study analyzed 115 Australian accessions and 4 Indian varieties using 31 polymorphic SSR markers, revealing 78 alleles and three alleles per marker on average. The population structure analysis identified three sub-populations and showed significant variation among the pea entries.
Article
Horticulture
Hedia Bourguiba, Afifa Hachef, Wejdene Saffar, Nathalie Chabrillange, Frederique Aberlenc, Emira Cherif, Salwa Zehdi-Azouzi
Summary: In this study, the genetic diversity and population structure of 72 male date palm accessions were investigated using 15 microsatellite loci. The results indicated the presence of valuable endemic resources in the insular region of Tunisia, supporting the importance of identifying interesting genotypes for breeding programmes and conservation efforts.
JOURNAL OF HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE & BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Heba Nageh Gad El-Hak, Hany Salah Mahmoud, Eman A. Ahmed, Heba M. Elnegris, Tahany Saleh Aldayel, Heba M. A. Abdelrazek, Mohamed T. A. Soliman, Menna Allah I. El-Menyawy
Summary: This study found that methanolic date flesh extract (MDFE) has the potential to alleviate cisplatin-induced hepatic injury. In a rat model, pretreatment with MDFE reduced liver damage caused by cisplatin, improved liver function, and reduced inflammation.
Article
Agronomy
Zhen Wang, Fang Zhou, Xuehui Tang, Yuanxiao Yang, Ting Zhou, Hongyan Liu
Summary: This comprehensive study analyzed the genetic diversity of 183 sesame accessions using 25 pairs of SSR primers and 56 biological traits. The results showed moderate levels of genetic diversity and the categorization of sesame accessions into three distinct groups. The genetic diversity coefficient of sesame germplasm was generally constrained, with no significant difference observed between Chinese cultivars and foreign resources.
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Muriel Gros-Balthazard, Vincent Battesti, Sarah Ivorra, Laure Paradis, Frederique Aberlenc, Oumarou Zango, Salwa Zehdi-Azouzi, Souhila Moussouni, Summar Abbas Naqvi, Claire Newton, Jean-Frederic Terral
EVOLUTIONARY APPLICATIONS
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sarah Sallon, Emira Cherif, Nathalie Chabrillange, Elaine Solowey, Muriel Gros-Balthazard, Sarah Ivorra, Jean-Frederic Terral, Markus Egli, Frederique Aberlenc
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Donia Abdallah, Ghada Baraket, Sana Ben Mustapha, Maria Angeles Moreno, Amel Salhi Hannachi
Summary: The study focused on the analysis of the SFB gene in plum species, identifying different alleles and structural domain features, and suggesting potential new specificities in different species. Additionally, potential sites under positive selection were identified, and the correlation between sequence divergence, divergence time, fixed substitutions, and the number of positive selection sites was supported through analysis. The study also suggested a role for recombination in the evolution of functionally distinct proteins in plum species.
BIOCHEMICAL GENETICS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Donia Abdallah, Ghada Baraket, Veronica Perez, Amel Salhi Hannachi, Jose I. Hormaza
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Combe Marine, Cherif Emira, Charrier Amelie, Barbey Bruno, Chague Martine, Carrel Georges, Chasserieau Celine, Foissy Jean-Michel, Gerard Barbara, Gozlan Zachary, Guillouet Jerome, Herodet Benjamin, Laine Manon, Masseboeuf Fabrice, Mirkovic Ivan, Nicolas Delphine, Poulet Nicolas, Martin Jean-Francois, Gilles Andre, Gozlan Rodolphe Elie
Summary: The study evaluated the epidemiology and genetic diversity of a non-native fungal pathogen in fish populations in France, revealing its potential widespread presence and limited detection in carriers. The Pseudorasbora parva populations showed homogeneous genetic and geographical structuring, suggesting the possibility of successive introduction events from native and invasive ranges in France.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Ghada Baraket, Donia Abdallah, Yasmine Boukhalfa, Sana Ben Mustapha, Amel Salhi-Hannachi
Summary: The study revealed rich genetic variability in the analyzed Plum genotypes. Linkage Disequilibrium decayed rapidly to a significant value at 7.5 cM. The genetic diversity in the genomic neighborhood of the S-locus is related to negative frequency dependent selection.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
Article
Biochemical Research Methods
Emira Cherif, Fatou Seck Thiam, Mohammad Salma, Georgina Rivera-Ingraham, Fabienne Justy, Theo Deremarque, Damien Breugnot, Jean-Claude Doudou, Rodolphe Elie Gozlan, Marine Combe
Summary: This article introduces an amplicon-based nanopore sequencing pipeline for analyzing the genetic diversity of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens. The pipeline integrates multiple bioinformatics tools, allowing users with minimal bioinformatics skills to perform downstream analysis steps with a simple command line and configuration file.
Article
Forestry
Sahar Haffar, Ghada Baraket, Gabriele Usai, Aymen Aounallah, Sana Ben Mustapha, Ahmed Ben Abdelkrim, Amel Salhi Hannachi
Summary: The study used gene-targeted markers (CDDP) to assess the genetic diversity of cultivated and wild fig trees in Tunisia, and found that CDDP markers were more discriminating and informative compared to other non-targeted methods. The results showed that Tunisian figs could be differentiated into three main groups, which was supported by principal coordinate analysis. CDDP markers can effectively distinguish different fig groups.
TREES-STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Thomas Brazier, Emira Cherif, Jean-Francois Martin, Andre Gilles, Simon Blanchet, Yahui Zhao, Marine Combe, R. J. Scott McCairns, Rodolphe E. Gozlan
Summary: This study used genomic data and various analysis methods to investigate the invasion pathways and genetic diversity of the highly invasive freshwater fish Pseudorasbora parva. The research found that populations from southern and northern China have influenced the genetic structure in the native range of the species, and the genetic diversity of invasive populations is likely the result of admixed native populations through global invasion pathways.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2022)
Article
Horticulture
Wejdene Saffar, Hedia Bourguiba, Emira Cherif, Nathalie Chabrillange, Afifa Hachef, Sarah Ivorra, Souhila Moussini, Summar Abbas Naqvi, Claudio Littardi, Oumarou Zango, Alain Lemansour, Sabira Abdoulkader, Abdourahman Daher, Jean Frederic Terral, Frederique Aberlenc, Salwa Zehdi-Azouzi
Summary: Wild relatives of crops are important resources for breeding and understanding domestication history. Date palms in the Kerkennah archipelago in Tunisia are likely wild populations with high genetic diversity and allelic richness, providing valuable information for breeding and discovering the origins of date palms.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Emira Cherif, Theo Deremarque, Fabienne Justy, Rodolphe Elie Gozlan, Marine Combe
JOURNAL OF FISH DISEASES
(2023)
Article
Biology
Afifa Hachef, Hedia Bourguiba, Emira Cherif, Sarah Ivorra, Jean-Frederic Terral, Salwa Zehdi-Azouzi
Summary: Investigated the agronomic characteristics of Tunisian male date palms, identified males with desirable traits, and genotyped and preserved them for effective utilization.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biology
Hedia Bourguiba, Chahnez Naccache, Salwa Zehdi-Azouzi, Fatma Amdouni, Neila Trifi-Farah, Jean-Marc Audergon, Fabrice Armougom, Maha Mezghani-Khemakhem
Summary: This study characterized the composition of endophytic bacterial communities in leaves and rhizobacterial communities of flood affected and unaffected apricot trees. The results showed a slight reduction in bacterial diversity in the flood affected condition compared to the unaffected one. The bacterial taxa were almost uniformly distributed between the leaves, however, a clear differential taxa abundance was observed in the rhizosphere soil which may be associated with the apricot tree's environmental status. The flood affected rhizosphere soil showed a significant increase in several bacterial taxa that are known to be beneficial to soil, while some Actinobacteria genera that promote plant growth were decreased in abundance.
Article
Plant Sciences
Imen Balti, Jubina Benny, Anna Perrone, Tiziano Caruso, Donia Abdallah, Amel Salhi-Hannachi, Federico Martinelli
Summary: A meta-analysis was conducted to identify conserved genes across plant species involved in general abiotic stress conditions and specific stress factors in leaf tissues. Differential gene expression patterns were observed for different abiotic stresses, such as drought, heat, and cold, with certain genes showing consistent upregulation or downregulation in response to these stress factors. This study provides insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying plant responses to various abiotic stresses.
FUNCTIONAL PLANT BIOLOGY
(2021)
