Editorial Material
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Christopher Kemp
Summary: Exploring the genomes of forgotten and heirloom apple varieties is crucial for preserving the future of these unique fruits.
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Agronomy
Leandro Hahn, Clori Basso, Jean M. Moura-Bueno, Luiz Carlos Argenta, Moreno Toselli, Corina Carranca, Matheus Rech, Ivanete Schneider Hahn, Gustavo Brunetto
Summary: Based on the assessment of factors such as nitrogen fertilization, orchards, and cultivars, this study found that the yield of 'Royal Gala' and 'Fuji Suprema' apples in a subtropical climate can be predicted based on nitrogen concentration in leaves and fruit pulp, as well as climatic variables such as air temperature, chilling units, relative humidity, and rainfall.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sigal Leviatan, Saar Shoer, Daphna Rothschild, Maria Gorodetski, Eran Segal
Summary: This study produces a new human gut microbiome reference set of 3,594 species genomes, including 310 previously undescribed species, which serves as a valuable resource for further research.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Kamel Atrouz, Ratiba Bousba, Francesco Paolo Marra, Annalisa Marchese, Francesca Luisa Conforti, Benedetta Perrone, Hamza Harkat, Amelia Salimonti, Samanta Zelasco
Summary: Genetic characterization studies of Algerian olive accessions provide insights into the diversification process of olives in the Mediterranean basin. The research also reveals genetic relationships among olive germplasm in the Central-Western Mediterranean area and highlights new synthesis cases and recent admixture events.
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Neurosciences
Anna L. Gert, Benedikt Ehinger, Silja Timm, Tim C. Kietzmann, Peter Koenig
Summary: This study demonstrates the feasibility of ecologically more valid experimental paradigms for studying neural mechanisms of face perception. By combining free viewing of natural scenes with advanced data processing techniques, the study obtained comparable results to the classic paradigms while revealing new features of face processing.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
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Horticulture
Yog Raj, Anil Kumar, Sampa Das, Vidyashankar Srivatsan, Dinesh Kumar, Rakesh Kumar
Summary: The study investigated the compositional and phytochemical attributes of low chilling apple varieties introduced in lower altitude regions of the Indian eastern and western Himalaya for the first time. Results showed that these varieties exhibited good fruit quality and sugar content, potentially outperforming commercial apple varieties under specific conditions.
SCIENTIA HORTICULTURAE
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Xueli Li, Zhijie Ding, Haoyu Miao, Jinbo Bao, Xinmin Tian
Summary: The chloroplast genomes of apples are highly conserved, but mutation hotspot regions were found in both wild and cultivated species. Phylogenetic analysis indicated that M. sylvestris and M. sieversii are the ancestor species of cultivated apple varieties.
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Plant Sciences
Aamir Saleem, Hilde Muylle, Jonas Aper, Tom Ruttink, Jiao Wang, Deyue Yu, Isabel Roldan-Ruiz
Summary: Genomic analysis of a soybean germplasm collection in Europe revealed selective sweep regions, associated with domestication and improvement traits, which can be further utilized for breeding purposes. Differentiation between European and Chinese soybean collections was observed, suggesting potential for broadening genetic base with incorporation of exotic material.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agronomy
Anik Dutta, Daniel Croll, Bruce A. McDonald, Simon G. Krattinger
Summary: This study utilized genetic resources from landraces, identified genetic variants associated with Septoria tritici blotch (STB) resistance through a genome-wide association study, and discovered resistance response controlled by the Stb6 gene. The findings underline the significance of historic landraces in research on STB resistance.
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Biology
Xiaoman Li, Jinglei Wang, Yang Qiu, Haiping Wang, Peng Wang, Xiaohui Zhang, Caihua Li, Jiangping Song, Wenting Gui, Di Shen, Wenlong Yang, Bin Cai, Liwang Liu, Xixiang Li
Summary: Raphanus has undergone a lengthy evolutionary process with rich diversity. Through SSR-sequencing and multi-analysis, it was found that Europe was the origin center of radishes, with diverse European wild radishes and three independent domestication centers in Europe, South Asia, and East Asia. Genetic differentiation within cultivated radishes was significant, with gene flow observed between different varieties such as European primitive cultivated radish, black radish/oil radish, and rat-tail radish.
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Microbiology
Jo Dicks, Jake D. Turnbull, Julie Russell, Julian Parkhill, Sarah Alexander
Summary: In this study, a collection of historic Staphylococcus aureus strains was used to conduct a computational analysis of enterotoxin genes. Two novel staphylococcal enterotoxin genes were identified, along with additional gene variants. The study also revealed the prevalence of cooccurrence of enterotoxin genes and the importance of clonal complex membership in determining enterotoxin load.
JOURNAL OF BACTERIOLOGY
(2021)
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Folklore
Tabea Buri, Anna Lehninger
Summary: The collection of children's drawings in the Basel Museum of Cultures originated from a folklorist's call in 1919, resulting in about 1800 works spanning from 1864 to 1930. This collection showcases the cultural value of children's drawings and reflects the naivety and uniqueness of children's art.
SCHWEIZERISCHES ARCHIV FUR VOLKSKUNDE
(2022)
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Art
Laura Bartoni
Summary: The essay focuses on Antoon Verpeene, a Flemish merchant active in seventeenth-century Rome, analyzing his personality and professional and social network within the Flemish community, which includes painters, merchants, and collectors. Through a receipt for the purchase of paintings by Monsignor Egidio Colonna, it is revealed that Verpeene mainly dealt with works by Flemish artists active in Rome. This purchase also sheds light on Rubens's works and Egidio Colonna's activity as an art collector in the 17th century Roman market.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Li Zhang, Shi-Bo Wang, Qi-Gang Li, Jian Song, Yu-Qi Hao, Ling Zhou, Huan-Quan Zheng, Jim M. Dunwell, Yuan-Ming Zhang
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Psychology, Clinical
C. Steel, A. Hardy, B. Smith, T. Wykes, S. Rose, S. Enright, M. Hardcastle, S. Landau, M. F. Baksh, J. D. Gottlieb, D. Rose, K. T. Mueser
PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICINE
(2017)
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Plant Sciences
Ling Zhou, Longhai Luo, Jian-Fang Zuo, Linfeng Yang, Li Zhang, Xuanmin Guang, Yuan Niu, Jianbo Jian, Qing-Chun Geng, Liping Liang, Qijian Song, Jim M. Dunwell, Zhenzhen Wu, Jia Wen, Yu-Qin Liu, Yuan-Ming Zhang
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Shi-Bo Wang, Jian-Ying Feng, Wen-Long Ren, Bo Huang, Ling Zhou, Yang-Jun Wen, Jin Zhang, Jim M. Dunwell, Shizhong Xu, Yuan-Ming Zhang
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2016)
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Plant Sciences
Rebekah E. T. Moore, Ihsan Ullah, Vinicius H. de Oliveira, Samantha J. Hammond, Stanislav Strekopytov, Mark Tibbett, Jim M. Dunwell, Mark Rehkamper
HORTICULTURE RESEARCH
(2020)
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Environmental Sciences
Vinicius Henrique De Oliveira, Ihsan Ullah, Jim M. Dunwell, Mark Tibbett
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2020)
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Virology
Ihsan Ullah, Andrew J. Daymond, Paul Hadley, Michelle J. End, Pathmanathan Umaharan, Jim M. Dunwell
Summary: Cocoa is an important tropical crop, and the exchange of germplasm is crucial for varietal development. Quarantine facilities and screening procedures help minimize the risk of pest and disease transmission. New detection methods for mild virus infections are valuable for early diagnosis.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Kithmee K. de Silva, Jim M. Dunwell, Anushka M. Wickramasuriya
Summary: By using WGCNA, this study constructed a gene coexpression network for Arabidopsis SE and identified hub genes associated with SE, which could serve as potential molecular targets to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying SE in plants.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GENOMICS
(2022)
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Plant Sciences
Edoardo Vignati, Marzena Lipska, Jim M. Dunwell, Mario Caccamo, Andrew J. Simkin
Summary: Fruits play a crucial role in providing vitamins, minerals, and nutrients in the human diet. They also contain compounds that have important nutraceutical properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Cherries, in particular, are high in bioactive compounds and minerals, and their consumption contributes positively to health.
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Plant Sciences
Amanda Karlstrom, Antonio Gomez-Cortecero, Charlotte F. Nellist, Matthew Ordidge, Jim M. Dunwell, Richard J. Harrison
Summary: This study identifies the first QTL associated with resistance to Neonectria ditissima in apple scion germplasm. The results show that the QTL present in commonly used apple breeding germplasm have a low to medium effect on resistance to N. ditissima. Therefore, multiple QTL need to be considered to improve resistance through breeding.
Review
Plant Sciences
Edoardo Vignati, Marzena Lipska, Jim M. Dunwell, Mario Caccamo, Andrew J. Simkin
Summary: This manuscript identifies cherry orthologues of genes implicated in the development of pericarpic fruit and discusses the potential and limitations of using these genes to develop parthenocarpic cherry fruit. The availability of seedless cherry fruit would have a transformative impact on the cherry industry and consumer demand, as it would be easier to process and potentially reduce costs.
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Microbiology
Ihsan Ullah, Muhammad Kamran, Jim M. Dunwell
Summary: This study reports the first near-complete genome sequence of cacao polerovirus (CaPV) and develops a multiplex RT-PCR assay for screening and identifying infected cacao clones. Although this virus does not cause severe disease, the new information and diagnostic assay are of strategic importance in developing protocols for the safe international transfer of cacao germplasms.