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Fangbing Ding, Lei Zhang, Yaling Wang, Yongpeng Wu, Fengwei Wang, Yu Zhao, Ying Zhang
Summary: The study assembled and characterized the complete chloroplast genome of Actinidia arguta var. giraldii, revealing its genome structure and gene content. Phylogenetic analysis based on the chloroplast genome showed that A. arguta var. giraldii is closely related to Actinidia kolomikta.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Linchao Wang, Bo Liu, Yuruo Yang, Qiguo Zhuang, Shijia Chen, Yongsheng Liu, Shengxiong Huang
Summary: This study conducted comprehensive comparative analyses of 29 independent chloroplast genomes from Actinidia species, revealing the causes of genome size expansion and identifying variation hot spots in specific gene loci. These findings contribute to a better understanding of chloroplast genome evolution and phylogenetic relationships among Actinidia species.
MOLECULAR GENETICS AND GENOMICS
(2022)
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Zhen-Bo Jiang, Jun-Tuan Zhai, Pei-Pei Jiao, Tian-Ge Yang, Zhi-Hua Wu, Zhi-Jun Li
Summary: Populus euphratica, a tall arbor in desert areas, shows great stress resistance. The study reported the complete chloroplast genome of P. euphratica, which consists of 111 genes and will be valuable for future studies on its evolution.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
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Zhengying Cao, Linyi Yang, Yaxuan Xin, Wenbin Xu, Qishao Li, Haorong Zhang, Yuxiang Tu, Yu Song, Peiyao Xin
Summary: This study conducted comparative genomic and phylogenetic analyses on seven Neocinnamomum taxa, revealing the genetic structure and evolutionary characteristics of these species. The chloroplast genome of Neocinnamomum has a size range of 150,753-150,956 bp and contains 128 annotated genes. The study identified 31 preferred codons and three highly variable regions. The results of this study will serve as a reference for molecular marker development and phylogenetic research in Neocinnamomum.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
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Horticulture
Zhengying Cao, Wenzhi Zhao, Yaxuan Xin, Weixiang Shen, Fei Wang, Qishao Li, Yuxiang Tu, Haorong Zhang, Zhanghong Dong, Peiyao Xin
Summary: This study explored the genetic structure and evolutionary characteristics of the chloroplast genome of Pourthiaea using comparative genomics and phylogenetic analysis. The results showed that the chloroplast genomes of Pourthiaea species were conserved with some variation in spacer regions. Phylogenetic analysis revealed a close relationship between Pourthiaea and Stranvaesia genus. The findings provide valuable insights for breeding, genetic evolution, and phylogeny of Pourthiaea.
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Forestry
Xue-Jiao Zhang, Kang-Jia Liu, Ya-Chao Wang, Jian He, Yuan-Mi Wu, Zhi-Xiang Zhang
Summary: High genetic diversity and low differentiation in Salix present challenges in taxonomy and systematics. The chloroplast genomes of three shrubby willows were sequenced and analyzed, revealing high similarity among them. Phylogenetic analysis placed these willows in specific clades, providing insights into the evolutionary history of Salicaceae.
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Forestry
Huijuan Zhou, Xiaoxiao Gao, Keith Woeste, Peng Zhao, Shuoxin Zhang
Summary: Chloroplast (cp) DNA genomes of Castanea species show similar genomic structures with differences in gene loss and pseudogenization in certain genes. These findings contribute to a better understanding of the evolutionary history and phylogenetic relationships of chestnut species.
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Genetics & Heredity
Enwen Lin, Zhenyang Liao, Xiuming Xu, Xingtan Zhang, Jingping Fang
Summary: The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Ficus microcarpa was assembled using PacBio data, revealing its close relationship with Ficus racemosa.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Dongping Qiu, Ping Tang, Xiaohong Yao
Summary: The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Actinidia kolomikta was sequenced and assembled, revealing a total of 113 different genes including protein-coding, tRNA, and rRNA genes. Phylogenetic analysis indicated that A. kolomikta is closely related to all other groups of Actinidia.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)
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Agronomy
Lide Chen, Yuan Ren, Jun Zhao, Yuting Wang, Xueqing Liu, Xueqing Zhao, Zhaohe Yuan
Summary: In this study, the chloroplast genome of wild pomegranate was analyzed based on whole genome shotgun sequences. The genome size was found to be 158,645 bp, containing 132 genes with 84 protein genes, 37 tRNA genes, and 8 rRNA genes. The distribution and characteristics of cpSSRs were also identified. Phylogenetic validation revealed the relationship between wild pomegranate and another species. The findings of this study provide valuable information for breeding research of wild pomegranate.
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Plant Sciences
Hongcheng Wang, Chenchen Gan, Xi Luo, Changyu Dong, Shijun Zhou, Qin Xiong, Qingbei Weng, Xin Hu, Xuye Du, Bin Zhu
Summary: Arabis paniculata, widely used for phytoremediation of heavy metals, has a complete chloroplast genome. The genome analysis reveals its relationship and gene selection pressure, providing valuable information for its optimal exploitation as a heavy-metal hyperaccumulator.
PHYSIOLOGY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF PLANTS
(2022)
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Forestry
Sang-Chul Kim, Jei-Wan Lee, Byoung-Ki Choi
Summary: In this study, chloroplast genome sequences of four species of Symplocos from South Korea were obtained and compared with previously reported sequences. The gene order and contents were found to be highly similar among the seven species, with coding regions being more conserved than non-coding regions. Five new hotspot regions were identified as potential barcodes or molecular markers for species-specific identification in Symplocos. These findings provide valuable information for taxonomic characterization of the genus.
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Plant Sciences
Zhaohui Lan, Yuhua Shi, Qinggang Yin, Ranran Gao, Chunlian Liu, Wenting Wang, Xufang Tian, Jiawei Liu, Yiying Nong, Li Xiang, Lan Wu
Summary: This study analyzed the chloroplast genomes of five Artemisia species and identified four highly variable regions that can be used as molecular markers for species identification. Phylogenetic analysis showed close relations between the investigated species. The study suggests that the chloroplast genome can serve as a universal super barcode for plant identification.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
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Genetics & Heredity
Tao Yu, Jian Gao, Pei-Chun Liao, Jun-Qing Li, Wen-Bao Ma
Summary: Acer L. is a diverse and widespread plant genus in the Northern Hemisphere. This study reports the complete chloroplast genomes of five Acer species and compares them with other published species. The analysis identifies highly variable regions and potential genetic markers. Positive selection analysis reveals the influence of light level on Acer species. Additionally, phylogenetic analysis confirms relationships between different sections and proposes reclassification of certain series within the genus.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Zheng-Feng Wang, Qiao-Mei Qin, Hong-Lin Cao
Summary: Aganope dinghuensis is a newly reported plant species native to China, with a chloroplast genome length of 143,690 bp and 115 genes identified, including 74 protein-coding genes.
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA PART B-RESOURCES
(2021)