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Fisheries
Nur Un Nesa, Lisa Elliott, Chaoshu Zeng, Rhondda Jones, John Cavalieri
Summary: This study investigated the effect of pre-exposure of female redclaw crayfish to males on spawning and reproductive efficiency. The results showed that during the dissociated phase, the group exposed to males had a higher spawning rate but a lower molting rate. During the associated phase, there were no significant differences in spawning rate and molting rate between the exposed and control groups, but the exposed group had higher egg and juvenile production.
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Fisheries
Orachun Hayakijkosol, Wansadaj Jaroenram, Leigh Owens, Jennifer Elliman
Summary: Reoviruses have been isolated from various aquatic animals, with viral inclusion bodies found in redclaw crayfish. New primers were designed to detect reovirus in redclaw crayfish, with a newly developed RT-PCR diagnostic method showing high sensitivity and specificity for Cherax reovirus diagnosis. The method has a detection limit of 1000 reovirus genome equivalents and does not cross-react with other prawn pathogens.
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Zoology
Qianqian Zhang, Yaoyao Lin, Tanglin Zhang, Yafeng Wu, Ping Fang, Shuyi Wang, Zhenbin Wu, Jingwen Hao, Aihua Li
Summary: An acute disease outbreak in Australian redclaw crayfish in a farm in Hubei, China, was caused by infection from Aeromonas hydrophila and Aeromonas veronii, possibly due to stress caused by temperature drops during crayfish transferring. Healthy crayfish had metabolic pathways such as antibiotic synthesis and enterobactin biosynthesis in their hemolymphs to maintain health, while the inhibition of these pathways led to microbiota structure disorder and disease occurrence. This study was the first to use high-throughput amplicon sequencing targeting the 16S rRNA gene for pathogen identification in aquatic animals.
JOURNAL OF INVERTEBRATE PATHOLOGY
(2021)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Adroit T. Chakandinakira, Takudzwa C. Madzivanzira, Shantel Mashonga, John V. Muzvondiwa, Nobuhle Ndlovu, Josie South
Summary: The rapidly spreading Australian red claw crayfish Cherax quadricarinatus in the Zambezi Basin is causing concern due to its potential impacts. This study quantified the socioeconomic impacts of C. quadricarinatus on the artisanal gillnetting fishery in Lake Kariba and found that it has led to significant damage and losses for fishers. The data from this study have important conservation and management implications, as crayfish pose a threat to food security and result in personal losses for fishers.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2023)
Article
Fisheries
Yuling Bian, Shili Liu, Yinuo Liu, Yongyi Jia, Fei Li, Meili Chi, Jianbo Zheng, Shun Cheng, Zhimin Gu
Summary: In this study, 60 stable amplified polymorphic tetranucleotide microsatellite genetic markers were screened from the whole genome sequence of C. quadricarinatus, and a multiplex PCR system suitable for parentage assignment was constructed. The results showed that these microsatellite markers had high polymorphism and could meet the requirements for parentage assignment.
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Fisheries
Ping Dai, Jianbo Zheng, Sheng Luan, Jie Kong, Yongyi Jia, Zhimin Gu
Summary: The genetic parameters of three growth traits in redclaw crayfish were assessed, and it was found that the number of families affected the heritability estimates. Male crayfish had higher body weight and body length averages than females, while females had a higher carapace length average. There were strong positive genetic correlations between these growth traits. The results indicate that larger numbers of families could contribute to more accurate estimation of heritability.
Article
Fisheries
Wansadaj Jaroenram, Leigh Owens, Orachun Hayakijkosol, Jennifer Elliman
Summary: This study provides the first molecular evidence of natural, in ovo, vertical transmission of Chequa iflavirus and Athtab bunyavirus from farmed female redclaw crayfish in northern Queensland, Australia. Analysis of viral loads in eggs showed differences between viruses and farms, indicating varying effectiveness of surface sterilization methods. Evidence suggests that efficient egg surface sterilization can drastically reduce vertically transmission of fecal/oral viruses, while selection of resistant crayfish families or viral negative populations may be necessary for eliminating Chequa iflavirus and Athtab bunyavirus.
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Fisheries
Duanduan Chen, Hui Wang
Summary: This study evaluates the expression patterns of genes related to innate immune response in red-clawed crayfish. The study finds that during infection with Vibrio parahaemolyticus, certain genes in the hepatopancreas of crayfish are significantly upregulated, while the TLR gene in muscle tissue is significantly downregulated. Knockdown of the Relish gene leads to decreased resistance to V. parahaemolyticus in crayfish.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuyan Sun, Xin Shan, Desheng Li, Xuxiao Liu, Zongao Han, Junjie Qin, Bin Guan, Leilei Tan, Jianbo Zheng, Min Wei, Yongyi Jia
Summary: Redclaw crayfish (Cherax quadricarinatus) has experienced a breeding boom in China due to a breakthrough in seedling breeding technology. The study found that male individuals of C. quadricarinatus have higher meat yield rates and lower crude fat content compared to females. Furthermore, male individuals also have higher levels of flavor amino acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Article
Fisheries
Shuhong Zhou, Keyong Jiang, Mei Liu, Baojie Wang, Lei Wang
Summary: This study revealed structural differences in the chela cuticle between male and female redclaw crayfish, and identified the high expression of genes related to chela structure in the red cuticle patch. Immunity-related genes were not specifically expressed in the red cuticle patch.
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Infectious Diseases
Nadav Davidovich, Eleonora Fiocchi, Andrea Basso, Jane Budai, Francesco Montesi, Tobia Pretto
Summary: Redclaw crayfish, a freshwater decapod crustacean, is an important aquaculture species with a high mortality rate caused by Coxiella cheraxi, a rod-shaped intracellular bacterium closely related to Coxiella burnetii.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Fisheries
Yucheng Zhang, Jianbo Zheng, Fei Li, Chutian Ge, Haiqi Zhang
Summary: This study constructed small RNA libraries using redclaw crayfish hemocytes to investigate the differential expression and regulation mechanism of miRNAs after DIV1 virus infection. The results showed that 14 and 22 differentially expressed miRNAs were identified at 24 and 48 hours postinfection, respectively. Functional annotation analysis revealed that miRNA-mediated regulation was involved in relevant biological processes and signal pathways.
FISH & SHELLFISH IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Honglin Chen, Rui Zhang, Feng Liu, Changwei Shao, Fangfang Liu, Weidong Li, Jindong Ren, Baolong Niu, Haipeng Liu, Bao Lou
Summary: The red claw crayfish is a commercially valuable aquatic crustacean and an ideal model for studying sex determination mechanism. We have assembled a chromosome-level genome with a size of 5.26 Gb and contig N50 of 144.33 kb. Nearly 90% of the sequences were anchored to 100 chromosomes, making it the highest-quality crustacean genome with the largest number of chromosomes ever reported. The genome contains 78.69% repeat sequences and 20,460 protein-coding genes, of which 82.40% have been functionally annotated. This chromosome-scale genome will serve as a valuable reference for assembling other complex genomes and studying evolution in crustaceans.
Article
Fisheries
Ling Jin, Shaoting Jia, Wen Zhang, Yibin Chen, Sedong Li, Ping Liu, Jian Li, Jianjian Lv
Summary: This study identified sex-specific markers in redclaw crayfish using next-generation sequencing, developing five sex-specific markers and confirming the presence of the ZW sex chromosome system in this species.
Article
Fisheries
Dawei Lin, Yongjun Guo, Yongzhen Zhao, Ran Li, Wenming Ma, Jingfeng Sun, Fuli Luo, Kui Meng, Jingwen Yang, Chao Wu, Ruilin Hong, Xiang Wang, Moran Wang, Limei Chen
Summary: In Redclaw Crayfish, researchers discovered a sex-linked gene that can determine the sex of the crayfish at different developmental stages, even during stages where sexual differences are not obvious.
AQUACULTURE RESEARCH
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Edward K. Gilding, Mark A. Jackson, Aaron G. Poth, Sonia Troeira Henriques, Peter J. Prentis, Tunjung Mahatmanto, David J. Craik
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Chloe A. van der Burg, Peter J. Prentis, Joachim M. Surm, Ana Pavasovic
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zachary K. Stewart, Ana Pavasovic, Daniella H. Hock, Peter J. Prentis
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2017)
Article
Ecology
Joachim M. Surm, Tarik M. Toledo, Peter J. Prentis, Ana Pavasovic
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2018)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Peter J. Prentis, Ana Pavasovic, Raymond S. Norton
Article
Ecology
Joachim M. Surm, Zachary K. Stewart, Alexie Papanicolaou, Ana Pavasovic, Peter J. Prentis
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2019)
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Chemistry, Medicinal
Xingchen Chen, Darren Leahy, Jessica Van Haeften, Perry Hartfield, Peter J. Prentis, Chloe A. van der Burg, Joachim M. Surm, Ana Pavasovic, Bruno Madio, Brett R. Hamilton, Glenn F. King, Eivind A. B. Undheim, Maria Brattsand, Jonathan M. Harris
Review
Genetics & Heredity
Jessica L. O'Callaghan, Vicki L. Clifton, Peter Prentis, Adam Ewing, Yvette D. Miller, Elise S. Pelzer
Review
Chemistry, Medicinal
Lauren M. Ashwood, Raymond S. Norton, Eivind A. B. Undheim, David A. Hurwood, Peter J. Prentis
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shengjie Ren, Peter B. Mather, Peter Prentis, Yutao Li, Binguo Tang, David A. Hurwood
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Lauren M. Ashwood, Michela L. Mitchell, Bruno Madio, David A. Hurwood, Glenn F. King, Eivind A. B. Undheim, Raymond S. Norton, Peter J. Prentis
Summary: This study found that morphological variations in tentacles are associated with distinct toxin gene expression levels. Sea anemones with spherical tentacular structures may use specific venom cocktails to protect branched structures hosting a large number of photosynthetic symbionts.
Review
Genetics & Heredity
Chloe A. van der Burg, Peter J. Prentis
Summary: Sea anemones exhibit diverse regeneration abilities and mechanisms, with a focus on non-model species such as Exaiptasia diaphana and Calliactis polypus in this manuscript. The research also highlights the comparison between these species and the model sea anemone N. vectensis, exploring molecular mechanisms, immune systems, developmental pathways, and future directions in the field of sea anemone regeneration research.
Article
Entomology
Shirin Roohigohar, Anthony R. Clarke, Francesca Strutt, Chloe A. van der Burg, Peter J. Prentis
Summary: This study examined the effects of fruit picking status and ripening stage on larval survival and gene expression changes in tomato fruit and Bactrocera tryoni larvae. The findings suggest that enhancing fruit resistance could be a promising alternative for more sustainable pest management. The results showed that fruit picking status and ripening stage significantly affected larval survival, and several defense and detoxification genes were upregulated across the treatments.
Article
Entomology
Shirin Christensen (nee Roohigohar), Chloe A. van Der Burg, Anthony R. Clarke, Peter J. Prentis
Summary: The Queensland fruit fly is a major pest in Australia, causing damage to a wide range of fruits and vegetables. By analyzing the transcriptome of fruit fly larvae feeding on different stages of tomato fruit, it was found that larval survival is poor in immature fruit due to the presence of toxins. The immature fruit inhibits larval development and basic cellular functions, while fully ripe fruit promotes larval growth and detoxification processes.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED ENTOMOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Hayden L. Smith, Peter J. Prentis, Scott E. Bryan, Raymond S. Norton, Daniel A. Broszczak
Summary: The venom delivery system of Phylum Cnidaria is unique, consisting of individual organelles known as nematocysts. Acontia, found in a limited number of sea anemone species, are packed with large nematocysts used for defense. This study identified the venom profile of acontia in Calliactis polypus, revealing limited toxin diversity and a novel toxin with two ShK-like domains. This research provides a foundation for further investigating the function of acontial toxins in sea anemones.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Xiangge Meng, Chengping Li, Yu Hei, Xiang Zhou, Guoli Zhou
Summary: The study used IVT-SAPAS sequencing to analyze the dynamic changes of APA sites during adipogenesis in bovine subcutaneous preadipocytes and intramuscular preadipocytes. The results showed that APA plays an important role in adipocyte differentiation, and UTR-APA switching genes have different trends, with intramuscular preadipocytes tending to use shorter 3'UTR for differentiation. TRIB3, WWTR1, and INSIG1 play important roles in intramuscular preadipocyte differentiation.
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Genetics & Heredity
S. Alizadeh, S. Khamse, N. Tajeddin, H. R. Khorram Khorshid, A. Delbari, M. Ohadi
Summary: This study identifies a specific genotype at a CG-rich trinucleotide short tandem repeat (STR) locus that is associated with late-onset neurocognitive disorders such as Alzheimer's disease (AD).
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Genetics & Heredity
Shougang Liu, Zhe Zhuang, Fanghua Liu, Xiuqing Yuan, Zeqiao Zhang, Xiaoqian Liang, Xinhui Li, Yongfeng Chen
Summary: This study investigated the effect and mechanism of RPL9 and TIFA in scalp psoriasis, and identified RPL9 as a potential therapeutic target for scalp psoriasis.
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Genetics & Heredity
Shiting Wang, Jiaqi Chen, Zhichao Jin, Ying Xing, Ruiping Wang
Summary: This study suggests a causal association between hair color and skin cancers, with light hair colors (red, blonde, and light brown) being associated with an increased risk and dark brown hair being associated with a decreased risk.
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Genetics & Heredity
Joseph Hawadak, Loick Pradel Kojom Foko, Rodrigue Roman Dongang Nana, Karmveer Yadav, Veena Pande, Aparup Das, Vineeta Singh
Summary: This study investigates the genetic diversity and natural selection of the Pfama-1 gene in Plasmodium falciparum isolates from Cameroon. The study finds a considerable nucleotide and haplotype diversity, as well as specific mutations in Cameroonian isolates. Positive diversifying selection and the identification of selected codon sites suggest the potential implication of these genetic variations in host immune pressure and parasite-binding complex modulation. The findings provide valuable baseline data for malaria vaccine design.
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Genetics & Heredity
Emily Biernat, Mansi Verma, Chhabi K. Govind
Summary: RSC is an essential ATP-dependent chromatin remodeling complex in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. It regulates nucleosome-depleted regions (NDRs) by sliding flanking nucleosomes away from NDRs. Depletion of RSC leads to nucleosome encroachment in NDRs and transcription initiation defects. The study compared the effects of catalytic-dead Sth1 and rapid depletion of Sth1 on transcription. Rapid depletion of Sth1 reduces recruitment of TBP and Pol II, while the catalytic-dead mutant exhibits a severe reduction in TBP binding but accumulates Pol II in coding regions. The results suggest a role for RSC in transcription elongation and termination processes.
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Genetics & Heredity
Yunxiao Wei, Yuhan Song, Muhammad Aamir Khan, Chengzhen Liang, Zhigang Meng, Yuan Wang, Sandui Guo, Rui Zhang
Summary: This study analyzed the GhTPP protein family in upland cotton for the first time and identified the important role of GhTPPA_2 in regulating sugar metabolism, improving soluble sugar accumulation, and drought stress tolerance.
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Genetics & Heredity
Yannan Geng, Rui Shao, Tiantong Xu, Lilong Zhang
Summary: A novel risk model based on SCUBE3, TNNC1, SPON1, SEPT12 and ULBP1 genes was developed for predicting PMOP risk, with higher risk score indicating higher risk of suffering from PMOP. Significant differences in signaling pathway activities were observed between the high-risk score group and the low-risk score group.
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Genetics & Heredity
Randy P. Williams, Corina Lesseur, Haoxiang Cheng, Qian Li, Maya Deyssenroth, Christopher D. Molteno, Ernesta M. Meintjes, Sandra W. Jacobson, Joseph L. Jacobson, Helen Wainwright, Ke Hao, Jia Chen, R. Colin Carter
Summary: The study suggests that heavy alcohol exposure during pregnancy may impact the proportion of fetal placental villi macrophages and increase the expression of inflammatory genes. Further research is needed to explore these effects and evaluate the potential functional roles of placental inflammation in FASD.
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Genetics & Heredity
Lvjing Luo, Lishuang Sun, Shu Li, Huiting Liu, Zhengyu Chen, Shi Huang, Yinyin Mo, Genliang Li
Summary: This study analyzed the expression of Ptpn1 and miR-124-3p in testicular tissues of mice and investigated their regulatory relationship. The results showed that Ptpn1 expression was up-regulated in adult mouse testis compared to juvenile mouse testis, while miR-124-3p expression showed an opposite pattern. Further analysis suggested that the down-regulation of miR-124-3p may contribute to the high expression of Ptpn1 in adult mouse testis.
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Genetics & Heredity
Gairui Li, Dan Zhao, Xiaolin Peng, Yashuang Zhao
Summary: MiRNA-22 shows potential as a candidate for early diagnosis of colorectal cancer (CRC). The study found higher miR-22 expression levels in the CRC and CRA groups, suggesting its potential as a biomarker for CRC early screening.
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Genetics & Heredity
Zhongqiu Zhu, Qianting Yang, Xiaoying Tian, Da Man, Jian Wang, Junfang Zhang, Bingshe Han
Summary: This study constructed a ceRNA network mediated by lncRNAs in cold-acclimated zebrafish ZF4 cells and revealed that upregulation of MSTRG3207 promotes apoptosis by sponging dre-miR-736 during cold acclimation.
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Genetics & Heredity
Weitao Chen, Denggao Xiang, Shang Gao, Shuli Zhu, Zhi Wu, Yuefei Li, Jie Li
Summary: Dam construction has negatively impacted the genetic diversity and structure of fish populations. This case study on the endangered Hemibagrus guttatus found low genetic diversity, high levels of inbreeding, and decreasing population size in fragmented populations. Genetic structure and differentiation were also observed, indicating the influence of dams on these fish populations.
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Genetics & Heredity
Pooja Singh, Debleena Guin, Bijay Pattnaik, Ritushree Kukreti
Summary: Through systematic literature review and meta-analysis, it was found that idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is significantly associated with 222 polymorphisms in 118 genes. Four polymorphisms - rs35705950/MUC5B, rs2736100/TERT, rs2076295/DSP, and rs111521887/TOLLIP, exhibited substantial epidemiological evidence supporting their association with IPF risk.
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Genetics & Heredity
Jianping Zhang, Zhijun Cai, Fanzhe Feng, Yufeng Peng, Yi Cui, Yongiqing Xu
Summary: This study found that exosomes secreted by young BMSCs can promote the healing of tendon-bone interface after rotator cuff tears. These exosomes can improve extracellular matrix remodeling, osteogenic differentiation, angiogenesis, and stemness of tendon-derived stem cells (TDSCs). The exosomes from young BMSCs have better effects compared to those from aged BMSCs.