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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Meijun Ji, Kangtai Sun, Hui Fang, Zhimin Zhuang, Haodong Chen, Qi Chen, Ziyi Cao, Yiting Wang, Allah Ditta, Muhammad Kashif Riaz Khan, Kai Wang, Baohua Wang
Summary: This study analyzed the characteristics and expression patterns of the cytoplasmic linker-associated protein (CLASP) family in upland cotton, providing theoretical support for understanding the function of these genes in cotton fiber development.
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Agricultural Engineering
Lijiao Gu, Fei Wei, Pengyun Chen, Minsheng Yang, Zhi Liu
Summary: This study conducted a comprehensive analysis of KIN genes in cotton, identifying 172 putative GhKIN genes and classifying them into eight subfamilies. These GhKIN genes showed uneven distribution on chromosomes and their expansion was driven by segmental duplication. Different subfamily genes exhibited differences in gene structure and motif composition, but similarities were observed within the same subfamily. The promoter regions of GhKIN genes contained stress- and hormone-related cis-elements.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2023)
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Plant Sciences
Xiaoge Wang, Xiugui Chen, Xuke Lu, Waqar Afzal Malik, Zujun Yin, Delong Wang, Maohua Dai, Cun Rui, Yapeng Fan, Yuexin Zhang, Junjuan Wang, Xinlei Wang, Ruifeng Cui, Shuai Wang, Lixue Guo, Chao Chen, Lanjie Zhao, Wuwei Ye
Summary: IRE1 negatively regulates salt tolerance in plants and plays a crucial role by regulating ROS levels under salt stress.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXPERIMENTAL BOTANY
(2023)
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Agronomy
An-hui Guo, Ying Su, Yi Huang, Yu-mei Wang, Hu-shuai Nie, Nan Zhao, Jin-ping Hua
Summary: This study utilized a recombinant inbred line population of upland cotton to compare fiber quality under salt stress and normal conditions, identifying multiple QTL influencing fiber length and strength, with some QTL involved in fatty acid synthesis and elongation.
THEORETICAL AND APPLIED GENETICS
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jing Wang, Yuexin Zhang, Nan Xu, Hong Zhang, Yapeng Fan, Cun Rui, Mingge Han, Waqar Afzal Malik, Qinqin Wang, Liangqing Sun, Xiugui Chen, Xuke Lu, Delong Wang, Lanjie Zhao, Junjuan Wang, Shuai Wang, Chao Chen, Lixue Guo, Wuwei Ye
Summary: The study highlights the significant role of Choline kinase (CK) gene in plants growth, development, and stress resistance, particularly in regulating the biosynthesis of phosphatidylcholine. Analysis of GhCK genes in cotton species sheds light on their tissue specificity and response to abiotic stress, providing insight into the evolutionary and functional relationship of the GhCK gene family.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Liyuan Wang, Shoupu He, Souleymane Dia, Gaofei Sun, Xiyan Liu, Xiaoyang Wang, Zhaoe Pan, Yinhua Jia, Liru Wang, Baoyin Pang, Xuezhen Sun, Xianliang Song, Xiongming Du
Summary: This study utilized a superior fiber strength line derived from interspecific hybridization to identify key genetic loci potentially influencing fiber quality and confirmed the importance of an alien fragment introgressed region for fiber strength improvement.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Muhammad Naeem, Muhammad Iqbal, Sami Ul-Allah, Hassan Javed Chaudhary, Wajad Nazeer, Javeria Ashraf, Faheem Shahzad Baloch
Summary: The study aimed to identify cotton genotypes with prominently expressed stress responsive genes. Evaluation of four cotton genotypes under drought and salinity stress conditions revealed pronounced expression of stress responsive genes in variety IUB-13, followed by IUB-222, suggesting their potential to cope with environmental hazards. Utilization of these genotypes in cotton breeding programs can be fruitful for developing varieties adaptable to climate change.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Lei Mei, Yueyi Zhu, Xianwen Zhang, Xiujuan Zhou, Zhentao Zhong, Huazu Li, Yingjun Li, Xiaohu Li, Muhammad Khan Daud, Jinhong Chen, Shuijin Zhu
Summary: The study revealed that mercury (Hg) negatively impacts the growth and physiological functions of cotton plants, with higher concentrations showing significantly more toxic effects.
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Plant Sciences
Shengdong Li, Zhao Liu, Guoquan Chen, Ghulam Qanmber, Lili Lu, Jiaxin Zhang, Shuya Ma, Zuoren Yang, Fuguang Li
Summary: The study identified 39 GhEXO genes in cotton and found that they were unevenly distributed on the 18 At and Dt sub-genome chromosomes, with most of the genes originating from gene duplication events. The GhEXO genes showed ubiquitous expression in all tested cotton tissues and in response to three phytohormones.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Plant Sciences
Muhammad Mubashar Zafar, Xue Jia, Amir Shakeel, Zareen Sarfraz, Abdul Manan, Ali Imran, Huijuan Mo, Arfan Ali, Yuan Youlu, Abdul Razzaq, Muhammad Shahid Iqbal, Maozhi Ren
Summary: The study found that plants are heavily impacted by high-temperature stress, affecting their physiology, development, and yield, while certain biochemical traits show higher average values under heat stress conditions. Genetic advance and heritability play important roles in traits related to cotton yield, antioxidant enzymes, and other characteristics.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria E. Lisei-de-Sa, Paolo L. Rodrigues-Silva, Carolina Morgante, Bruno Paes de Melo, Isabela T. Lourenco-Tessutti, Fabricio B. M. Arraes, Joao P. A. Sousa, Rafael Galbieri, Regina M. S. Amorim, Camila B. J. de Lins, Leonardo L. P. Macedo, Valdeir J. Moreira, Gilanna F. Ferreira, Thuanne P. Ribeiro, Rodrigo R. Fragoso, Maria C. M. Silva, Janice de Almeida-Engler, Maria F. Grossi-de-Sa
Summary: Host-induced gene silencing (HIGS) targeting essential genes of root-knot nematode can significantly reduce gall formation and egg masses production, as well as improve cotton plant tolerance to Meloidogyne incognita infection without phenotypic penalty in transgenic plants.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Maoni Chao, Jie Dong, Genhai Hu, Rui Ren, Ling Huang, Yanyan Li, Jinbao Zhang, Qinglian Wang
Summary: This study analyzed the sequence features, evolutionary relationship, subcellular localization, and expression pattern of the GhCIPK23 gene in upland cotton, revealing its important role in plant growth and stress response.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Rong Wang, Le Liu, Zhaosheng Kong, Shengdong Li, Lili Lu, Nosheen kabir, Guoquan Chen, Jiaxin Zhang, Ghulam Qanmber, Zhao Liu
Summary: Cytokinin is an important plant hormone that promotes cell division and differentiation, and participates in salt response under osmotic stress. The LOG gene family, involved in cytokinin synthesis, is highly conserved in different plant species and primarily located inside the cell membrane. Additionally, LOG genes are constitutively expressed in various tissues and can be regulated by abiotic stresses and phytohormone treatments.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Xiaoyu Shi, Chong Wang, Jiongchao Zhao, Kaicheng Wang, Fu Chen, Qingquan Chu
Summary: This study examined the interdecadal variations of climate-suitable areas of cotton in China from 1961 to 2017, using occurrence records, national meteorological data, and the MaxEnt model. It found that climate suitability has increased in recent decades, with the distribution of suitable areas moving northward and expanding westward. However, the increasing inconsistency between planting areas and climate-suitable areas may pose a risk to cotton production in certain regions, despite the overall improvements in suitability.
INDUSTRIAL CROPS AND PRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dongnan Shao, Qian Liang, Xuefeng Wang, Qian-Hao Zhu, Feng Liu, Yanjun Li, Xinyu Zhang, Yonglin Yang, Jie Sun, Fei Xue
Summary: In this study, the metabolites responsible for the pink petals of upland cotton and the key genes regulating the biosynthesis and accumulation of anthocyanins were identified. The results provide new insights into the biochemical and molecular mechanism underlying anthocyanin biosynthesis in upland cotton.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Asli Hocaoglu-Ozyigit, Bihter Ucar, Volkan Altay, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit
Summary: This study investigated the genetic diversity and phylogenetic relationships of 22 widely cultivated cotton lines in Turkey. The study found a moderate level of genetic diversity among the genotypes. Sequence comparison revealed the most similar sequences to known species, and a phylogenetic tree was constructed to display the genetic similarities between different families.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Dilek Tokel, Bedriye Nazli Genc, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit
Summary: The widespread adoption of Bt-cotton technology globally has brought economic and environmental benefits to farmers while increasing cotton yield. Although there are debates about sustainability and long-term benefits, several countries have already implemented this technology, with more expected to follow suit in the future.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Hasan Can, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit, Merve Can, Asli Hocaoglu-Ozyigit, Ibrahim Ertugrul Yalcin
Summary: Intensive production of fruits and vegetables leads to heavy metal accumulation, raising concerns about food safety and supply. This research in Kyrgyzstan analyzed mineral nutrient and heavy metal concentrations in commonly consumed fruity vegetables, finding red capia pepper to have the highest daily nutritional value. Despite variations in elemental content, all vegetables were within safe limits for consumption.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mohammad Hakim Mohammad Hood, Tengku Haziyamin Tengku Abdul Hamid, Roswanira Abdul Abdul Wahab, Fahrul Zaman Huyop, Yilmaz Kaya, Azzmer Azzar Abdul Abdul Hamid
Summary: This study demonstrates that ThBglT12 can disrupt the cell wall of the phytopathogenic fungus M. phaseolina by interacting with its components, and therefore inhibiting its growth.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Textiles
Dilek Tokel, Ilhan Dogan, Asli Hocaoglu-Ozyigit, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit
Summary: Cotton is a vital product that contributes to the wealth and employment opportunities of humanity. Turkey is one of the major cotton-producing countries in the world and is known for its high yield and production of non-GMO cotton. The Turkish textile industry serves as a driving force for the country, generating foreign exchange and creating numerous job opportunities.
JOURNAL OF NATURAL FIBERS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Murat Sari, Ibrahim Ertugrul Yalcin, Mahmut Taner, Tahir Cosgun, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit
Summary: This research predicts heavy metal levels in plants and soils using artificial intelligence, specifically the artificial neural network (ANN), in order to overcome the high cost and time-consuming nature of laboratory procedures. The ANN model estimates the concentrations of heavy metals based on the concentrations of copper and zinc in plant and soil samples. The study shows that considering additional factors such as copper, zinc, location, and plant parts can significantly reduce relative errors.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOREMEDIATION
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Benan Inan, Basak Akin, Ilayda Dilara Unlue, Anil Tevfik Kocer, Arzu celik, Meyrem Vehapi, Yilmaz Kaya, Didem Ozcimen
Summary: The aim of this study was to isolate and identify Antarctic microalgae and examine the growth responses and biochemical contents of Chlorella variabilis under different cultivation conditions. The specific growth rate, as well as the carbohydrate, protein, chlorophyll-a, and beta-carotene contents of the microalgae, varied with temperature, nitrogen concentration, and light cycle. This study highlights the efficient production of C. variabilis under temperate conditions by manipulating the growth parameters.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Murat Sari, Ibrahim Ertugrul Yalcin, Mahmut Taner, Tahir Cosgun, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit
Summary: This paper introduces a new approach using artificial neural networks (ANNs) to predict heavy metal pollution based on ecological factors, removing obstacles like time-consuming laboratory procedures and high implementation costs. Pollution prediction is crucial for safety, sustainable development, and effective decision-making. By applying ANNs to the collected data of 800 plant and soil materials, this study accurately predicts pollution, offering a promising and pioneering method for scientists, conservationists, and governments to develop effective work programs for a functioning ecosystem. The relative errors for each polluting heavy metal in training, testing, and holdout data are found to be significantly low.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Batool Hazim Wahhab, Habeebat Adekilekun Oyewusi, Roswanira Abdul Wahab, Mohammad Hakim Hood, Azzmer Azzar Abdul Hamid, Marwan Salih Al-Nimer, Mohamed Faraj Edbeib, Yilmaz Kaya, Fahrul Huyop
Summary: This study presents the initial structural model of L-haloacid dehalogenase (DehLBHS1) from Bacillus megaterium BHS1, providing insights into its structural features and enzymatic mechanisms involved in the degradation of halogenated pollutants. Key amino acid residues were identified to play critical roles in catalysis and recognition of haloalkanoic acid. Molecular docking and dynamics simulations supported the preference for 2,2DCP, and MM-PBSA calculations revealed its importance in bioremediation. These results aid in understanding the interactions between the enzyme and its substrate and have implications for developing efficient biocatalytic strategies for halogenated compound degradation.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2023)
Article
Spectroscopy
Faruk Karahan, Ibrahim Ilker Ozyigit, Ibrahim Ertugrul Yalcin, Asli Hocaoglu-Ozyigit, Bedriye Nazli Erkencioglu, Ahmet Ilcim
Summary: This study analyzed mineral nutrient and potentially toxic element levels in 38 plant species belonging to medicinally important families. The results showed that some potentially toxic elements accumulated slightly above the permissible limits set by the World Health Organization. This highlights the importance of collecting medicinal plants from protected areas far from mining and close to clean rivers, and conducting regular control analyses for potentially toxic elements for human health.
SPECTROSCOPY LETTERS
(2023)
Review
Plant Sciences
Yunus Emre Arvas, Sevgi Marakli, Yilmaz Kaya, Ruslan Kalendar
Summary: The use of molecular markers is crucial in various fields of molecular genetics, such as gene identification, plant breeding, and genetic characterization. Transposable elements, particularly retrotransposons, are widely used as molecular markers due to their presence in eukaryotic genomes and ability to integrate into dispersed chromosomal locations. The ongoing development of molecular marker technologies is closely linked to high-throughput genotype sequencing platforms, making this research highly significant.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
B. Yalcin, L. Arda, I. E. Yalcin, K. Senturk, M. C. Alphan, D. Akcan, I. I. Ozyigit
Summary: ZnO and Cd-doped ZnO nanoparticles were synthesized by sol-gel method, and their structural, morphological, photocatalytic, and blood compatibility properties were studied. The nanoparticles exhibited a hexagonal wurtzite structure for Cd concentration below 0.03, and a mixture of ZnO and CdO phases for Cd concentration above 0.03. Among the Cd-doped nanoparticles, Zn0.90Cd0.10O and Zn0.80Cd0.80O showed the highest photocatalytic performance with degradation percentages of 69.9% and 72.8% respectively. Zn0.40Cd0.60O exhibited the highest blood compatibility but the weakest photocatalytic performance (degradation percentage of 32.2%).
JOURNAL OF NANOPARTICLE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Hasan Murat Aksoy, Esma Boluk, Yilmaz Kaya, Sevgi Marakli
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the effect of leaf blight bacteria on the movement of retrotransposons in different rice cultivars. The activation order of retrotransposons was observed as Osr30 > Nikita = RIRE1. The study also found polymorphism in the Ronaldo and Cameo cultivars. Sequencing and alignment with the rice genome revealed homology to Oryza sativa chromosome 12. This is the first report detailing barley- and rice-specific retrotransposons in pathogen-infected rice cultivars.
JOURNAL OF PLANT PATHOLOGY
(2023)