Article
Plant Sciences
Yan-Hui Bi, Bing Feng, Wei-Yi Xie, Long-Ling Ouyang, Rong-Xue Ye, Zhi-Gang Zhou
Summary: This study reveals the importance of SjCbbX-n in the activation of Rubisco in brown algae and provides insights into its functional relationship with SjCbbX-p.
PLANT PHYSIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
W. Stewart Grant
Summary: Fishery genetics research has evolved rapidly over the past few decades, with new molecular techniques changing the nature of questions that can be asked and leading to the development of new theoretical models and statistical methods. These advancements have shifted our understanding of natural populations and how to manage them.
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Arzuv Charyyeva, Ulfet Cetinkaya, Bora Ozkan, Serkan Sahin, Nermin Yaprak, Izzet Sahin, Vyacheslav Yurchenko, Alexei Yu Kostygov
Summary: This study characterized clinical samples from Syrian and Turkish patients with cutaneous leishmaniasis using ITS1 sequences, and found that Leishmania tropica exhibits a complex phylogeographic pattern. Some haplotypes are widespread across endemic countries while others are restricted to specific regions.
Review
Immunology
Adel Spotin, Fahimeh Dalir, Teimour Hazratian, Ali Akbar Shekarchi, Mahmoud Mahami-Oskouei, Mostafa Farmani, Afsaneh Dolatkhah, Ehsan Ahmadpour
Summary: This review evaluates the global haplotype distribution and phylogeography of Babesia ovis derived from sheep, goat, horse, and ticks from 2017 to 2023. The study reveals two distinct geographic haplogroups and demonstrates differences in evolutionary paradigms and transmission dynamics of B. ovis. The findings provide valuable insights for public health policies to control ovine babesiosis.
MICROBIAL PATHOGENESIS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Mi Yeon Yang, Myung Sook Kim
Summary: Genetic differentiation and cryptic diversity in marine macroalgae occur at smaller spatial scales than previously thought. This study found that the turf-forming red alga Caulacanthus consists of at least seven species with deep genetic divergence and geographical isolation. Most species have limited distribution and show considerable genetic divergence due to distance isolation.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Tyler J. Raszick, C. Michael Dickens, Lindsey C. Perkin, Ashley E. Tessnow, Charles P. -C. Suh, Raul Ruiz-Arce, Theodore N. Boratynski, Marcelo R. Falco, J. Spencer Johnston, Gregory A. Sword
Summary: This study used a high-throughput sequencing approach to investigate the population genomic structure of the boll weevil in the southern United States, northern Mexico, and Argentina, revealing two main lineages with sub-structuring. The geographic structure of the populations was consistent with the isolation by distance model, suggesting that geographic distance plays a key role in driving divergence in this species. The boll weevil populations from Argentina were found to be more closely related to the eastern lineage, indicating a recent colonization of South America by this lineage, but further sampling across Mexico, Central America, and South America is needed for clarification. Additionally, an instance of population turnover or replacement was uncovered, indicating temporal instability of the population structure.
EVOLUTIONARY APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Rene Meissner, Sven Winter, Uta Westerhus, Alexander Sliwa, Carola Greve, Lena Godsall Bottriell, Paul Bottriell, Carlos Rodriguez Fernandes, Paul Vercammen, Luke T. B. Hunter, Alexei Abramov, Leili Khalatbari, Petr Horin, Pamela A. Burger, Stefan Prost
Summary: There are only about 7,100 adolescent and adult cheetahs remaining in the wild, and their numbers are rapidly declining. Genetic data, particularly mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), is important for informing conservation strategies and refining subspecies distributions. However, the phylogeography of cheetahs is complicated by factors such as incomplete lineage sorting and mitochondrial capture, highlighting the need for additional markers such as nuclear single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) to accurately identify and monitor subspecies.
CONSERVATION GENETICS
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Chittaragi Amoghavarsha, Devanna Pramesh, Ganesh R. Naik, Manjunath K. Naik, Manoj K. Yadav, Umakanta Ngangkham, Eranna Chidanandappa, Adke Raghunandana, Huded Sharanabasav, Siddepalli E. Manjunatha
Summary: The study investigated the diversity of eco-distinct isolates of Magnaporthe oryzae in southern India in terms of morphological, virulence, and molecular characteristics, as well as the distribution of five Avr genes. PCR analysis showed that Avr-Piz-t, Avr-Pik, and Avr-Pia were predominant among the isolates. The research provides valuable information for plant breeders to develop blast disease-resistant rice cultivars.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Sara Torre, Federico Sebastiani, Guia Burbui, Francesco Pecori, Alessia L. Pepori, Iacopo Passeri, Luisa Ghelardini, Alberto Selvaggi, Alberto Santini
Summary: Riparian ecosystems, particularly the distribution of tree riparian species, are heavily impacted by human activities. This study on the phylogeography of the southern distribution of Ulmus laevis highlights the significant role of genetic diversity in Serbian population and the low genetic differentiation between populations.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Regina L. Cunha, Abderraouf Ben Faleh, Sara Francisco, Radek Sanda, Jasna Vukic, Luana Corona, Mamadou Dia, Igor Glavicic, Abderrahmane Kassar, Rita Castilho, Joana Robalo
Summary: This study analyzed the connectivity of the marine species bogue Boops boops using mitochondrial sequence data, and identified three distinct clades. The study found that the northern subtropical gyre promotes closer connection between the Azores, southern Portugal, and Mediterranean B. boops populations. The widely recognized oceanographic barrier does not seem to affect the dispersal of this benthopelagic species.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Olaitan Okunoye, Oluwadamilola O. Ojo, Oladunni Abiodun, Sani Abubakar, Charles Achoru, Olaleye Adeniji, Osigwe Agabi, Uchechi Agulanna, Rufus Akinyemi, Mohammed Ali, Ifeyinwa Ani-Osheku, Ohwotemu Arigbodi, Abiodun Bello, Cyril Erameh, Temitope Farombi, Michael Fawale, Frank Imarhiagbe, Emmanuel Iwuozo, Morenikeji Komolafe, Paul Nwani, Ernest Nwazor, Yakub Nyandaiti, Yahaya Obiabo, Olanike Odeniyi, Francis Odiase, Francis Ojini, Gerald Onwuegbuzie, Godwin Osaigbovo, Nosakhare Osemwegie, Olajumoke Oshinaike, Folajimi Otubogun, Shyngle Oyakhire, Simon Ozomma, Sarah Samuel, Funmilola Taiwo, Kolawole Wahab, Yusuf Zubair, Dena Hernandez, Sara Bandres-Ciga, Cornelis Blauwendraat, Andrew Singleton, Henry Houlden, John Hardy, Mie Rizig, Njideka Okubadejo
Summary: This study aimed to determine the frequencies of MAPT haplotypes and their role as risk factors for PD and age at onset in Nigerians. The frequency of the H1 haplotype was similar in both PD patients and controls, while the H2 haplotype was present in a low percentage in both groups. Our findings support previous studies that report a low frequency of the MAPT H2 haplotype in black ancestry Africans.
PARKINSONISM & RELATED DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Kenji Saitoh, Nobuo Inoue, Masatomo Hasegawa
Summary: This article reports the capture of an endangered bitterling species, Acheilognathus typus, in an irrigation pond in the northern part of Niigata prefecture, Japan in 2019. Mitochondrial genotyping revealed that the captured individuals shared a common haplotype with those from Kashimadai, Miyagi prefecture, indicating a stock identity between the two ponds. Illegal activity of catching bitterlings in Kashimadai pond by a person from the northern Niigata prefecture was also detected. This is the first example of unauthorized bitterling stocking substantiated from both biological and human lines of evidence.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Mi Yeon Yang, Su Yeon Kim, Myung Sook Kim
Summary: The study examined the genetic diversity and population structure of two Grateloupia species, revealing the East coast of Korea as a genetic diversity hotspot for both species and Jeju Island as a cold spot for one species. Low genetic diversity across most distribution ranges of the species suggests a historical lack or recent reduction in diversity due to high gene flow. Further hotspots of genetic diversity are needed for conservation efforts.
Article
Ecology
Matthew P. Galaska, David S. Wethey, Andres Arias, Stanislas F. Dubois, Kenneth M. Halanych, Sarah A. Woodin
Summary: This study investigates the evolutionary history of the decorator worm species Diopatra, which has a history of being transported through human activities. The results suggest that the biogeographic distribution of D. biscayensis is likely the result of introductions rather than historic range contractions, with unexpected genetic substructure found in certain locations. These findings support the hypothesis of introductions through shellfish aquaculture, rather than natural dispersal.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Shaohua Li, Jianke Huang, Liang Ji, Cheng Chen, Ping Wu, Wei Zhang, Gaoyi Tan, Haizhen Wu, Jianhua Fan
Summary: The study optimized the cultivation process for red alga Porphyridium purpureum using a light distribution model, showing that the Hyperbolic law is more flexible in handling light distribution. Furthermore, it was found that the content of intracellular phycobiliprotein has a significant impact on light distribution, and higher biomass concentrations reduce this impact.
ALGAL RESEARCH-BIOMASS BIOFUELS AND BIOPRODUCTS
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Kirill O. W. Woodhouse, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello
Summary: Increased global trade has led to an increase in the introduction of exotic species, with the marine aquarium trade being a significant vector. Molecular barcoding was used to identify 62 species of tropical macroalgae from coral rocks. Some of these species are known to be invasive in other areas and have a high tolerance for low sea surface temperatures. These findings have important implications for New Zealand biosecurity.
NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Martha Vilchis, Kurt M. Dreckmann, Oscar E. Hernandez, Carlos A. Palma Ortiz, Maria Luisa Nunez Resendiz, Abel Senties
Summary: This study genetically identified 10 species of Gracilariaceae in the Yucatan Peninsula and discovered 2 new records for the Mexican Atlantic. The molecular assessment proved to be a useful tool for evaluating the diversity of Gracilariaceae species.
BOTANICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Martha Isabel Vilchis, Kurt M. Dreckmann, Abel Senties
Summary: This study used morphometric analysis to determine the existence of characters that distinguish five species of the Gracilaria mammillaris complex in the Mexican Atlantic. The results showed that only Gracilaria curtissiae differs significantly from the other species in the complex. The study suggests that an ongoing speciation process may be responsible for the lack of distinguishable morphological traits in most of the studied species.
ACTA BOTANICA MEXICANA
(2022)
Article
Plant Sciences
Giuseppe C. Zuccarello, Huia Webby, Chris Thorn, Maren Preuss
Summary: New Zealand's algal flora is not fully explored yet, with new taxa being discovered. The taxonomy of the red algal order Hildenbrandiales, mostly crustose, is controversial due to limited morphological features. Apophlaea is a genus in this order with complex morphology, and a genetically distinct entity, Apophlaea darchinoae sp. nov., has been discovered in New Zealand. This species has typical tetrasporangial conceptacles and is found on rocks in the high intertidal zone.
NEW ZEALAND JOURNAL OF BOTANY
(2023)
Review
Fisheries
Richard Dumilag, Bea A. Crisostomo, Zae-Zae A. Aguinaldo, Lourie Ann R. Hinaloc, Lawrence M. Liao, Hilly Ann Roa-Quiaoit, Floredel Dangan-Galon, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello, Marie-Laure Guillemin, Juliet Brodie, Elizabeth J. Cottier-Cook, Michael Y. Roleda
Summary: The main farmed seaweed species in the Philippines are collectively known as eucheumatoids, including Eucheuma denticulatum, Kappaphycus alvarezii, K. malesianus, and K. striatus. The Filipino farmers maintain a high diversity of cultivars, which has contributed to the success of seaweed farming in the country for over five decades. This study documented a total of 66 cultivars recognized across 58 provinces in the Philippines, with most identified as K. alvarezii or K. striatus. The traditional knowledge possessed by Filipino farmers regarding the diversity of eucheumatoids is valuable for future crop selection and breeding.
REVIEWS IN FISHERIES SCIENCE & AQUACULTURE
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Mary Carmen Ruiz-de la Torre, Maria Luisa Nunez Resendiz, Kurt M. Dreckmann, Abel Senties, Maria Eugenia Zamudio-Resendiz, Alexis Escarcega-Bata
Summary: This study documented the presence of Biecheleriopsis adriatica and Suessiales order for the first time in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, particularly in Todos Santos Bay, northwestern Mexico. Molecular analysis and cell morphology examination confirmed the identity and suggested underestimated diversity of Suessiales in the region.
Article
Plant Sciences
Sinuhe Hernandez-Marquez, Maria Eugenia Zamudio-Resendiz, Maria Luisa Nunez-Resendiz, Alexis Escarcega-Bata, Abel Senties
Summary: The diatom Minutocellus polymorphus is a widely studied species that is an ideal model for toxicity tests due to its rapid growth. Although its gross morphology has been extensively described, the ultrastructural characters associated with its importance are unknown. Through a collection made in Acapulco Bay, Guerrero, Mexico, cells morphologically identical to M. polymorphus were isolated, and a first description of the genus' ultrastructure was provided through cultures and observations in a transmission electron microscope. Further detailed studies are needed to increase knowledge about the ultrastructure of diatoms on the Mexican Pacific coasts where they are previously unknown.
Article
Plant Sciences
Xianying Wen, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello, Eunyoung Shim, Soo Yeon Kim, Gwang Hoon Kim
Summary: Four species of Erythrotrichia have been reported in Korea, but no phylogenetic studies have been conducted. This study analyzed two newly collected Erythrotrichia isolates and identified a new species named Erythrotrichia johnawestii sp. nov. The new species differs from E. carnea in terms of outer cell wall layer and cell size. The study also observed the characteristics of the new species, such as the production of monospores and the absence of sexual reproduction during the culture period.
Article
Plant Sciences
Maria Luisa Nunez Resendiz, Abel Senties, Kurt M. Dreckmann, Oscar E. Hernandez, Martha Isabel Vilchis
Summary: This study identified genetically differentiated groups within Gelidiella acerosa using genetic sequence data, and classified the Atlantic group as an independent species of the cryptic complex. Gelidiella papillosa sp. nov. is supported only by its genetic independence and allopatric distribution.
Article
Plant Sciences
Maren Preuss, Pilar Diaz-Tapia, Heroen Verbruggen, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello
Summary: This study assembled and annotated plastid genomes from parasitic red algae and found similar plastid genomes to free-living host species, possible gene loss patterns, and the subsumption of the genus.
JOURNAL OF PHYCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Christian Boedeker, Michael J. Wynne, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello
Summary: The macroalgal flora in the high-latitude Southern Hemisphere, including the subantarctic region, has been relatively understudied. In this study, researchers examined specimens of filamentous green algae from various locations and identified two new clades within the Cladophorales order. The study highlights the importance of further exploration and new collections in novel locations to better understand the diversity of Cladophorales.
JOURNAL OF PHYCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Plant Sciences
Narongrit Muangmai, Sinchai Maneekat, Anong Chirapart, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello
Summary: Understanding the genetic diversity and geographic distribution of marine resources is important for their long-term management and conservation. This study investigated the genetic diversity and phylogeography of the red alga Gracilaria salicornia in Thailand using mitochondrial and chloroplast genetic markers. The results showed different levels of genetic diversity between the two coasts of Thailand and identified seven new genetic variants. The Andaman Sea population had higher genetic diversity than the Gulf of Thailand population. Significant genetic divergence was found between populations in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, likely due to geographical barriers and ocean currents. These findings highlight the importance of the Thai-Malay Peninsula and oceanographic currents as barriers to dispersal and the need for conservation management actions for G. salicornia and other marine species.
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Sergio Diaz-Martinez, Lisandro Hernandez-Anaya, Alejandrina G. Avila-Ortiz, Lidia I. Cabrera-Martinez, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello
Summary: Species diversity of Lobophora in Mexico was investigated, revealing the presence of Lobophora dispersa and Lobophora variegata. This is the first record of Lobophora dispersa on the Mexican coast. Lobophora variegata exhibited lower genetic variability compared to Lobophora dispersa.
REVISTA MEXICANA DE BIODIVERSIDAD
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jorge Assis, Filipe Alberto, Erasmo C. Macaya, Nelson Castilho Coelho, Sylvain Faugeron, Gareth A. Pearson, Lydia Ladah, Daniel C. Reed, Peter Raimondi, Andres Mansilla, Paul Brickle, Giuseppe C. Zuccarello, Ester A. Serrao
Summary: This study aims to bridge the gap in understanding the impact of past climate-driven range shifts on intraspecific biodiversity in marine environments. By comparing genetic diversity and population structure with species distribution modeling, the researchers found that the global distribution of the giant kelp is indeed influenced by past climate changes. They also highlighted the importance of regional genetic groups in the conservation of giant kelp forests.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Correction
Plant Sciences
Giuseppe C. Zuccarello, Xinging Wen, Gwang Hoon Kim