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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Dhrumit S. Bhatt, Samir C. Debnath
Summary: Blueberries have been studied for their antioxidant properties, total phenolic and flavonoid contents, and genetic diversity using various markers. Different genotypes showed varied levels of antioxidant efficacy, with wild clones exhibiting higher variation in total phenolic and flavonoid contents. Molecular analysis revealed extensive genetic diversity, with certain markers associated with antioxidant properties. This study provides valuable information for breeding and germplasm conservation programs.
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Environmental Sciences
Randal D. Koster, Qing Liu, Rolf H. Reichle, George J. Huffman
Summary: This study combined three independent, quasi-global, gridded precipitation data sets with a land surface model, finding that the merged data set performed better in simulating soil moisture and air temperature variations.
WATER RESOURCES RESEARCH
(2021)
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Plant Sciences
Eva Jozova, Michael Rost, Andrea Rychla, Dagmar Stehlikova, Baveesh Pudhuvai, Ondrej Hejna, Pavel Beran, Vladislav Curn, Miroslav Klima
Summary: Microsatellite markers were used to assess the genetic diversity and structure of yellow mustard germplasm collection. The study found high levels of polymorphism and genetic differentiation among the germplasm collection, highlighting the importance of extensive genetic resource collections in maintaining genetic diversity.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kevin M. Dalton, Jack B. Greisman, Doeke R. Hekstra
Summary: Novel X-ray methods are revolutionizing the study of the functional dynamics of biomolecules by detecting subtle conformational changes. A modern Bayesian solution using deep learning and variational inference is successfully applied to rescale and merge reflection observations, accurately detecting small dynamics and anomalous scattering.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
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Horticulture
Binghao Liu, Ping Ding, Rongchun Ye, Yi Li, Shanhan Ou, Alessandra Gentile, Xianfeng Ma, Ziniu Deng
Summary: In this study, the genetic diversity of kumquat germplasm resources in Guangxi was analyzed using SRAP markers. The results showed that the Guangxi kumquat germplasm is highly diverse and can be classified into various groups based on their genetic characteristics. These findings are important for kumquat genetic research and cultivar selection.
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Agronomy
Benmeng Liang, Yuhetian Zhao, Yabin Pu, Xiaohong He, Jiangang Han, Baima Danzeng, Yuehui Ma, Jianfeng Liu, Lin Jiang
Summary: Through the analysis of 448 individuals from 24 Tibetan sheep populations in different regions, we successfully constructed specific SNP genetic marker sets for the identification of Tibetan sheep breeds at the molecular level, including Yunnan-Tibetan sheep, Zuogong, Heizang, Gongga, and Tao sheep.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaoyao Li, Lei Cui, Lei Zhang, Yan Huang, Shuting Zhang, Weifang Chen, Xiaohui Deng, Zhenbiao Jiao, Wenjie Yang, Zhengming Qiu, Chenghuan Yan
Summary: In this study, 217 cultivated radish accessions were genotyped using 24 structure variation markers. The results showed a good polymorphism of these markers and revealed three main populations of radish, which were highly associated with geographical distribution. The high genetic diversity of radish germplasms provides valuable resources for genetic mapping, functional genomic research, core germplasm utilization, and molecular breeding of radish.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lourdes Sofia Aguilera Garcia, Amado Manuel Canales Vergara, Pedro Zurita Herrera, Jose Manuel Alanzor Puente, Agueda Laura Pons Barro, Susana Dunner, Carlos San Jose Marques, Juan Vicente Delgado Bermejo, Amparo Martinez Martinez
Summary: Ca Rater Mallorqui is a hunting and ratting dog breed that prevents disease spread and economic losses. However, the population of this breed has declined and conservation measures are needed to avoid extinction.
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Environmental Sciences
Minghan Fu, Changming Dong, Jihai Dong, Wenjin Sun
Summary: Using satellite remote sensing altimetry data, this study analyzes the merging processes of cyclonic-cyclonic and anticyclonic-anticyclonic eddies in the Subtropical Northwest Pacific. The results demonstrate that the merging leads to the formation of multi-core eddies and prompts substantial exchanges of energy and vorticity. The merging also results in distinct changes in the morphology of the eddies, with intensified signals of sea surface temperature and vertical temperature anomaly observed after the merging.
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Forestry
Carla L. Saldana, Johan D. Cancan, Wilbert Cruz, Mirian Y. Correa, Miriam Ramos, Eloy Cuellar, Carlos Arbizu
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic diversity and population structure of capirona samples from different provinces in eastern Peru using RAPD markers. The results showed that capirona can be grouped into four clusters. AMOVA revealed the highest variation within populations and lower variability among populations.
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Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Brent Lindquist-Kleissler, Monica Weng, Pierre Le Magueres, Graham N. George, Timothy C. Johnstone
Summary: This study revealed that pentaphenylantimony (SbPh5) actually adopts a VSEPR-compliant trigonal bipyramidal geometry in solution, contrary to the previously assumed square pyramidal geometry. The use of Sb X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) confirmed this finding and provided insight into the spectroscopic features through time-dependent density functional theory calculations.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
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Microbiology
Linkai Cui, Junli Deng, Linxi Zhao, Yanhong Hu, Tingli Liu
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic diversity, population genetic structure, and mating type distribution of S. turcica isolates collected from sorghum production areas in China using SNP molecular markers and mating type-specific primers. The populations exhibited moderate genetic diversity and relatively equal mating type distribution of MAT1-1 and MAT1-2. Significant genetic differentiation was observed among different populations, except between Henan and Shanxi provinces. The genetic relationship among the three populations was relatively close.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Guller Ozkan, Kamil Haliloglu, Aras Turkoglu, Halil Ibrahim Ozturk, Erdal Elkoca, Peter Poczai
Summary: This study assessed the genetic diversity of common bean landraces and commercial varieties in the Ispir district of Turkey using SSR markers. The results showed a rich genetic diversity in the local landraces, which can be used for breeding programs and contribute to bean breeding in Turkey.
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Genetics & Heredity
Habib Rainier Vihotogbe Whannou, Martin Spanoghe, Guiguigbaza-Kossigan Dayo, Dominique Demblon, Deborah Lanterbecq, Luc Hippolyte Dossa
Summary: This study assessed the genetic diversity and structure of the indigenous goat population of Benin, revealing a high level of genetic diversity. Results showed the existence of two distinct goat groups (Djallonke and Sahelian) with high crossbreeding effects. It is therefore necessary to develop community management programs and selection schemes to ensure the sustainability of goat production in Benin.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2023)
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Fisheries
Victor Cesar Freitas Pandolfi, Andrei Lincoln Yamachita, Felipe Pinheiro de Souza, Sara Mataroli de Godoy, Ed Christian Suzuki de Lima, Daniele Cassiano Feliciano, Ulisses de Padua Pereira, Jayme Aparecido Povh, Denise Rocha Ayres, Annaiza Braga Bignardi, Jefferson Murici Penafort, Claudete de Fatima Ruas, Nelson Mauricio Lopera-Barrero
Summary: The development of species-specific microsatellite markers allowed for the analysis of genetic diversity and structure of wild and commercial populations of P. scalare. High genetic differentiation was observed between the wild population and commercial stocks, with moderate differentiation among the three stocks. The identified polymorphic loci provide valuable information for conservation and genetic studies of P. scalare.
AQUACULTURE INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Drienne Messa Faria, Jose Martins da Silva Jr, Leonora Pires Costa, Samuel Rezende Paiva, Celso Luis Marino, Mario Manoel Rollo Jr, C. Scott Baker, Ana Paula Cazerta Farro
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Genetics & Heredity
Elizabete C. Silva, Concepta McManus, Ubiratan Piovezan, Danielle A. Faria, Carla A. Souza, Alexandre R. Caetano, Samuel R. Paiva
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Genetics & Heredity
Tiago do Prado Paim, El Hamidi A. Hay, Carrie Wilson, Milt G. Thomas, Larry A. Kuehn, Samuel R. Paiva, Concepta McManus, Harvey Blackburn
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2020)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Juan Deng, Xing-Long Xie, Dong-Feng Wang, Chao Zhao, Feng-Hua Lv, Xin Li, Ji Yang, Jia-Lin Yu, Min Shen, Lei Gao, Jing-Quan Yang, Ming-Jun Liu, Wen-Rong Li, Yu-Tao Wang, Feng Wang, Jin-Quan Li, EEr Hehua, Yong-Gang Liu, Zhi-Qiang Shen, Yan-Ling Ren, Guang-Jian Liu, Ze-Hui Chen, Neena A. Gorkhali, Hossam E. Rushdi, Hosein Salehian-Dehkordi, Ali Esmailizadeh, Maryam Nosrati, Samuel R. Paiva, Alexandre R. Caetano, Ondrej Stepanek, Ingrid Olsaker, Christina Weimann, Georg Erhardt, Ino Curik, Juha Kantanen, Joram M. Mwacharo, Olivier Hanotte, Michael W. Bruford, Elena Ciani, Kathiravan Periasamy, Marcel Amills, Johannes A. Lenstra, Jian-Lin Han, Hong-Ping Zhang, Li Li, Meng-Hua Li
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Maiana Silva Chaves, Hymerson Costa Azevedo, Valesca Barreto Luz, Jose Carlos Ferreira-Silva, Inacio Barros, Samuel Rezende Paiva, Eduardo de Olivera Melo, Deborah de Melo Magalhaes Padilha, Vicente Jose de Figueiredo Freitas, Claudio Coutinho Bartolomeu, Marcos Antonio Lemos Oliveira
Summary: This study found that the FecG(E) mutation does not affect the frequency of follicles containing multiple oocytes (MOFs). Ewes with the FecG(E) mutation have a higher frequency of morphologically normal follicles in the transitory stage. Furthermore, ewes with the FecG(E) mutation are more likely to have follicles containing two morphologically normal oocytes.
ANIMAL REPRODUCTION SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Concepta Margaret McManus, Potira Hermuche, Renato Fontes Guimaraes, Osmar Abilio de Carvalho Junior, Bruno Stefano Lima Dallago, Renata Augusto Vieira, Danielle Assis de Faria, Harvey Blackburn, Jose Carlos Ferrugem Moraes, Carlos Hoff Souza, Olivardo Faco, Adriana Mello Araujo, Hymerson Costa Azevedo, Paulo Luiz Souza Carneiro, Sandra Aparecida Santos, Paulo Sergio Ribeiro de Mattos, Samuel Rezende Paiva
Summary: There are few animal germplasm/gene bank collections in Brazil, highlighting the need for basic studies to meet future internal and external demands from international partners. Spatial analysis showed that not all genetic groups have samples in the gene bank, with collections mainly concentrated in conservation nuclei spread nationwide. Some states lack samples of specific breeds in the gene bank, requiring sampling from herds outside the official system to avoid bias in studies.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
T. P. Paim, S. R. Paiva, N. M. de Toledo, M. B. Yamaghishi, P. L. S. Carneiro, O. Faco, A. M. de Araujo, H. C. Azevedo, A. R. Caetano, R. M. Braga, C. McManus
Summary: The study revealed that Brazilian hair sheep have an African origin and diverse genetic composition. Brazilian Somali and Brazilian Fat-tail are the most endangered sheep genetic resources in Brazil and should be the focus for conservation. Additionally, there are different levels of relationships and migration events among other breeds.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Concepta McManus, Potira Meirelles Hermuche, Samuel Rezende Paiva, Renato Fontes Guimaraes, Osmar A. Carvalho Junior, Harvey D. Blackburn
Summary: As gene bank collections develop, opportunities arise to collect germplasm based on criteria such as environmental adaptability. GIS methods can help identify sample concentration and underrepresented areas for specific cattle breeds, guiding sampling efforts to enrich germplasm resources.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Feng-Hua Lv, Yin-Hong Cao, Guang-Jian Liu, Ling-Yun Luo, Ran Lu, Ming-Jun Liu, Wen-Rong Li, Ping Zhou, Xin-Hua Wang, Min Shen, Lei Gao, Jing-Quan Yang, Hua Yang, Yong-Lin Yang, Chang-Bin Liu, Peng-Cheng Wan, Yun-Sheng Zhang, Wen-Hui Pi, Yan-Ling Ren, Zhi-Qiang Shen, Feng Wang, Yu-Tao Wang, Jin-Quan Li, Hosein Salehian-Dehkordi, Eer Hehua, Yong-Gang Liu, Jian-Fei Chen, Jian-Kui Wang, Xue-Mei Deng, Ali Esmailizadeh, Mostafa Dehghani-Qanatqestani, Hadi Charati, Maryam Nosrati, Ondrej Stepanek, Hossam E. Rushdi, Ingrid Olsaker, Ino Curik, Neena A. Gorkhali, Samuel R. Paiva, Alexandre R. Caetano, Elena Ciani, Marcel Amills, Christina Weimann, Georg Erhardt, Agraw Amane, Joram M. Mwacharo, Jian-Lin Han, Olivier Hanotte, Kathiravan Periasamy, Anna M. Johansson, Jon H. Hallsson, Juha Kantanen, David W. Coltman, Michael W. Bruford, Johannes A. Lenstra, Meng-Hua Li
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive genome resource for domestic sheep, wild ovine species, and local breeds, discovering numerous novel genetic variants and investigating their frequency differences between wild and domestic populations. The study also identifies selection targets related to morphological and agronomic traits and uncovers a potential causal variant for fleece fiber diameter. Additionally, the study reconstructs prehistoric migrations from the Near East to South and Southeast Asia.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Danielle Assis de Faria, Tiago do Prado Paim, Camila Alves dos Santos, Samuel Rezende Paiva, Marcelo Bchara Nogueira, Concepta McManus
Summary: This study detected selection signatures in 23 horse breeds and identified genomic regions associated with heat tolerance, body size, coat color, and oxidation-reduction. However, a larger sample size and whole-genome analysis are needed for a better understanding and identification of candidate regions.
MOLECULAR GENETICS AND GENOMICS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Marcelo Bchara Nogueira, Concepta McManus, Danielle Assis de Faria, Sandra Aparecida Oliveria Santos, Patricia Ianella, Samuel Rezende Paiva
Summary: This study investigated the genetic structure and diversity of 116 Pantaneiro horses, showing high genetic variability within populations and challenges in establishing a racial pattern due to high levels of admixture. Environmental barriers and farmers' selection practices did not hinder gene flow between populations. The Pantaneiro breed does not exhibit genetic subpopulations and can be considered a single large population for conservation purposes.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Herman Alberto Revelo, Vincenzo Landi, Diana Lopez-Alvarez, Yineth Alexandra Palacios, Samuel R. Paiva, Concepta McManus, Elena Ciani, Luz Angela Alvarez
Summary: Creole sheep are a valuable genetic resource for populations in marginal areas of the American continent. Colombian sheep breeds showed little genetic differentiation between wool and hair types, but exhibited local clustering due to geographical isolation. The study found that Colombian wool breeds have a significant genomic component in common with European breeds.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Concepta M. McManus, Carolina Madeira Lucci, Andrea Queiroz Maranhao, Daniel Pimentel, Felipe Pimentel, Samuel Rezende Paiva
Summary: This article reviews the impact of heat stress on sheep and goats, focusing on the physical, physiological, metabolic, genetic, and molecular pathways involved. The findings highlight the importance of molecular functions and biological processes in the response to heat stress.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Camila Souza Rodrigues, Danielle Assis de Faria, Thaisa Sant'Anna Lacerda, Samuel Rezende Paiva, Alexandre Rodrigues Caetano, Harvey Blackburn, Concepta McManus
Summary: We estimated the haplotype frequencies of TMEM154 in the US and Brazil Gene Banks using Fluidigm and KASP genotyping methods, and genotyped the ZNF389_ss748775100 deletion variant in Brazilian flocks. The results showed that all Brazilian samples had the I/I genotype for the ZNF389_ss748775100 mutation. There were 25 TMEM154 haplotypes in Brazilian breeds and 4 haplotypes in US breeds associated with susceptibility. This suggests that genetic testing can help improve herd health and productivity by selecting non-susceptible animals as founders.
Meeting Abstract
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Harvey D. Blackburn, Samuel R. Paiva, Potira Hermuche, Concepta McManus
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2021)
