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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Qian Tang, Q. Luo, Qian Duan, Lei Deng, Renyi Zhang
Summary: This study conducted in Guiyang, Guizhou Province, China, revealed the presence of commercial fraud in fish products, with a significant percentage of samples being inconsistent with their labels. The use of DNA barcoding was shown to be an effective tool for identifying mislabeled fish products and potentially enhancing transparency and fair trade in domestic fisheries.
JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Marine
Bo Liu, Yali Yan, Nan Zhang, Huayang Guo, Baosuo Liu, Jingwen Yang, Kecheng Zhu, Dianchang Zhang
Summary: Species markers can be assessed quickly and accurately using DNA barcoding. In this study, we used DNA barcoding to investigate the parrotfish family Scaridae in Hainan, and found that DNA barcoding can be an effective tool for monitoring, protecting, and managing fisheries, as well as for addressing taxonomic issues.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Rodrigue Orobiyi Edeya Pelebe, Ibrahim Imorou Toko, Erik Verheyen, Maarten Van Steenberge
Summary: The study revealed that the population of Sarotherodon melanotheron in the Atchakpa reservoir may have resulted from a natural range extension within Benin. The subspecies S. m. melanotheron has also been previously introduced in the Philippines. Further research is necessary to investigate the socioeconomic, ecological, and environmental impacts of this species in the reservoir.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Gulnihal Ozbay, Balaji Kubandra Babu, Eric Peatman, Zohreh Mazaheri Kouhanastani
Summary: This study investigated veterinary drug residues, heavy metals, and species authentication in retail catfish fillets in the Northeast region of the United States. The results showed the presence of mislabeling, veterinary drug residues, and detectable levels of heavy metals in some samples, highlighting the need for a monitoring program to ensure seafood authenticity and quality.
Article
Entomology
Wolfgang Paill, Stephan Koblmueller, Thomas Friess, Barbara-Amina Gereben-Krenn, Christian Mairhuber, Michael J. Raupach, Lukas Zangl
Summary: The study provides the first reliable record of Pterostichus adstrictus in the Austrian Alps, confirming its southernmost distribution edge. Further research demonstrates the seasonal occurrence and habitat preferences of P. adstrictus in the region.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Murilo Cesar Lucas, Natalya Kublik, Dulce B. B. Rodrigues, Antonio A. Meira Neto, Andre Almagro, Davi de C. D. Melo, Samuel C. Zipper, Paulo Tarso Sanches Oliveira
Summary: Research in Brazil's Sao Francisco River Basin shows that water scarcity issues are mainly caused by decreasing groundwater contributions, particularly in the Middle SFB region. Despite no significant trends in precipitation, the strong correlation between decreasing terrestrial water storage and groundwater flow reduction is evident.
Review
Zoology
Cheng-Qi Zhu, Xiao-Dong Xu, Ying Zhen
Summary: The Luciolinae genus Emeia was studied and classified in this research. Phylogenetic analysis based on DNA barcoding sequences determined the classification of Emeia genus and revealed a new species. A key for identifying Emeia species using males is provided in the article.
Article
Zoology
Chengqi Zhu, Xiaodong Xu, Ying Zhen
Summary: Two new species of the genus Pyrocoelia were described from Mt. Cenwanglaoshan of Guangxi, Southwest China. These new species were distinguished from other known species based on external morphological characters and male genitalia. In addition, the distribution of Pyrocoelia species in China was summarized.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Maya Sertic Kovacevic, Ana Baricevic, Petar Kruzic, Maja Mauric Maljkovic, Bojan Hamer
Summary: This study assessed the genetic diversity of sea cucumbers in the Adriatic Sea using genetic barcoding and found that 30% of the collected specimens were identified as H. mammata, challenging previous understanding of this species.
Review
Water Resources
Pedro Lucas Cosmo de Brito, Jose Paulo Soares de Azevedo
Summary: Agriculture is the largest economic activity in Brazil, but water fees paid by agricultural users do not reflect the economic value of water or encourage rational and efficient use of water resources. This article evaluates the economic value of irrigation water in the Sao Francisco River basin using the shadow price approach, and finds that most crops have a positive water value. Additionally, the profitability of these crops has fluctuated over the past 6 years due to variations in sales prices and production costs.
APPLIED WATER SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Larissa Alves da Silva Rosa, Manuela Morais, Carlos Hiroo Saito
Summary: The importance of river basin revitalization strategy as a main measure for achieving water security in the Sao Francisco River Basin was highlighted in a study and survey, emphasizing the significance of environmental conservation and restoration measures for ecosystem integrity.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Tran Thi Huyen Lam, Quang Minh Dinh, Van Thi Bich Truong, Ngon Trong Truong, Nam Sy Tran, Ton Huu Duc Nguyen
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic relationships and identification of Butis fish species using mitochondrial gene sequences and morphology. The results suggest that B. humeralis is a distinct species from B. butis.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lynne M. Christianson, Shannon B. Johnson, Darrin T. Schultz, Steven H. D. Haddock
Summary: Despite historical difficulties in studying ctenophores, new primers have successfully amplified COI fragments, highlighting high diversity and supporting ecological and morphological differences among species. These new tools provide important advancements for researchers in exploring ctenophore diversity on a global scale.
MOLECULAR ECOLOGY RESOURCES
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Franklin Paredes-Trejo, Humberto Alves Barbosa, Jason Giovannettone, T. V. Lakshmi Kumar, Manoj Kumar Thakur, Catarina de Oliveira Buriti, Carlos Uzcategui-Briceno
Summary: The Sao Francisco River Basin in Northeast Brazil plays a crucial role in agriculture and hydropower. While historically, the lower part of the basin has faced periods of drought, there are now signs of increasing drought in the upper and middle parts, where major reservoirs and croplands are located. It is vital to assess the impacts of extreme drought events in order to develop effective mitigation strategies.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Inmaculada Riba, Estefania Bonnail, Maria Jose Salamanca, Mercedes Conradi, Maria Helena Costa
Summary: An environmental assessment of the Sao Francisco River in Brazil was conducted, identifying pollution sources and stress and recommending improvements in the management of the wastewater treatment plant to reduce pollution emissions.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Izabela Santos Mendes, Francisco Prosdocimi, Alex Schomaker-Bastos, Carolina Furtado, Rodrigo Lopes Ferreira, Paulo Santos Pompeu, Daniel Cardoso Carvalho
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Daniel Fonseca Teixeira, Francisco Ricardo Andrade Neto, Lais Carvalho Gomes, Luciano Bellagamba Beheregaray, Daniel Cardoso Carvalho
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS
(2020)
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Marcia S. Anjos, Jamille A. Bitencourt, Lorena A. Nunes, Luisa M. Sarmento-Soares, Daniel C. Carvalho, Jonathan W. Armbruster, Paulo R. A. M. Affonso
Article
Parasitology
Livia L. Santos, Jordana A. Salgado, Marcela G. Drummond, Eduardo Bastianetto, Clovis P. Santos, Bruno S. A. F. Brasil, Cesar A. Taconeli, Denise A. A. Oliveira
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
David T. Milan, Izabela S. Mendes, Junio S. Damasceno, Daniel F. Teixeira, Naiara G. Sales, Daniel C. Carvalho
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2020)
Article
Evolutionary Biology
Rosiane P. Santos, Bruno F. Melo, Gabriel M. Yazbeck, Rafael S. Oliveira, Heron O. Hilario, Francisco Prosdocimi, Daniel C. Carvalho
Summary: The research characterized new mitogenomes of five Prochilodus species in the main drainages of eastern Brazil, reconstructed their evolutionary history, estimated the timing of cladogenesis, and discussed the implications of past geologic events on species diversification. The study showed the monophyly of certain species, revealed divergence periods, and suggested possible relationships with geological activities.
JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGICAL SYSTEMATICS AND EVOLUTIONARY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Patricia Verdugo Pascoal, Dagon Manoel Ribeiro, Carolina Ribeiro Cereijo, Hugo Santana, Rodrigo Carvalho Nascimento, Andrei Stecca Steindorf, Lorena C. G. Calsing, Eduardo Fernandes Formighieri, Bruno S. A. F. Brasil
Summary: The research demonstrates the potential of using microalgae to reduce pollutants in wastewater treatment in palm oil plants, with C. biconvexa Embrapa|LBA40 showing high biomass production in POME. The complete mitochondrial genome sequencing of the strain opens up opportunities for genetic modification and molecular breeding programs in the future.
Editorial Material
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daniel Cardoso Carvalho
Summary: This study utilizes DNA metabarcoding to analyze ichthyoplankton dynamics in two Amazon river basins, revealing the reproductive behaviors and environmental responses of fish species. The results demonstrate differences in reproductive timing among different species and highlight the rapid response of fish to environmental changes. The findings of this study are important for proposing strategies for sustainable fisheries management and conservation.
Editorial Material
Biodiversity Conservation
Daniel C. Carvalho, Cecilia G. Leal
Summary: The paper by Coutant et al. (2022) is an important advancement in understanding the species distribution patterns and drivers of biodiversity in the Neotropical realm, particularly in the Amazon. By quantifying the contribution of environmental and anthropogenic factors, the study provides valuable insights for future monitoring programs and identifies priority areas for conservation.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Tuliana O. Brunes, Felipe C. S. Pinto, Pedro P. G. Taucce, Marcus Thadeu T. Santos, Luciana B. Nascimento, Daniel C. Carvalho, Guilherme Oliveira, Santelmo Vasconcelos, Felipe S. F. Leite
Summary: Despite the difference in land coverage between mountains and lowlands, most species are found in mountains and foothills, which has been a challenge for biogeographers and evolutionary biologists.
SYSTEMATICS AND BIODIVERSITY
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Daniel Fonseca Teixeira, Heron Oliveira Hilario, Gilmar Bastos Santos, Daniel Cardoso Carvalho
Summary: The study of ichthyoplankton is crucial for understanding fish reproduction dynamics, and DNA metabarcoding is an effective tool for identifying multiple individuals simultaneously. However, there are challenges associated with DNA metabarcoding, including choosing the appropriate molecular markers, primer bias, and incomplete reference databases.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Zoology
Violeta R. Perini, Alessandro L. Paschoalini, Nilo Bazzoli, Elizete Rizzo, Daniel C. Carvalho
Summary: This study analyzed the genetic structure and population dynamics of Prochilodus lineatus in a remnant lotic system in southeastern Brazil. Significant genetic structure and three genetic clusters were identified in this river system, with asymmetric gene flow indicating source-sink metapopulation dynamics. The presence of a genetic cluster downstream from the Porto Colombia dam suggests a trapped gene pool in this highly dammed river basin.
NEOTROPICAL ICHTHYOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Kleydiane B. Dias, Nayra M. L. Oliveira, Bruno S. A. F. Brasil, Erika C. Vieira-Almeida, Fabricio C. Paula-Elias, Alex F. Almeida
Summary: This study evaluated the production of single cell oil and lipase by Candida viswanathii CCR8137 under nitrogen limitation using renewable carbon sources. The results showed high lipid accumulation and lipase synthesis, with nitrogen limitation cultivation being a key parameter.
ACTA SCIENTIARUM POLONORUM-TECHNOLOGIA ALIMENTARIA
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ana Paula Barbosa Pinheiro, Rafael Magno Costa Melo, Daniel Fonseca Teixeir, Jose Luis Olivan Birindelli, Daniel Cardoso Carvalh, Elizete Rizzo
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2019)
Article
Zoology
Renata S. Farias, Bruno C. N. R. Silva, Wilka V. G. Nascimento, Genison C. Silva, Ronald K. Luz, Francisco Prosdocimi, Rozzanno A. C. R. Figueiredo, Daniel C. Carvalho, Maria R. M. Coimbra
NEOTROPICAL ICHTHYOLOGY
(2020)