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Plant Sciences
Marina Alekseeva, Mila Rusanova, Krasimir Rusanov, Ivan Atanassov
Summary: This study develops a set of 20 highly polymorphic genomic SSR markers for identification and genetic diversity studies in Origanum species. The markers show an average PIC value of 0.75, with 17 markers having values above 0.73. Comparative analysis reveals that six genomic SSR markers exhibit higher genetic diversity than 12 EST SSR markers. Furthermore, SRAP markers demonstrate better performance in capturing genetic structure in natural populations.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Xiaoqin Xu, Bin Wang, Caiquan Zhou, Hualin Yang, Xue Zhong, Wanhong Li, Li Chen, Yi Jian, Long Zhang
Summary: Through next-generation sequencing, we developed and characterized markers for seven microsatellite loci of the Chinese monal. These markers exhibited moderate to high levels of polymorphism and can be used for assessing genetic backgrounds, designing conservation plans, and conducting breeding management and other related studies.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REPORTS
(2023)
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Ecology
Hui Wang, Shenghan Gao, Yu Liu, Pengcheng Wang, Zhengwang Zhang, De Chen
Summary: The study introduces a pipeline for the rapid development of polymorphic SSR markers from multi-sample genomic data. By genotyping multiple individuals using bioinformatic software based on resequencing data, highly polymorphic SSRs can be detected prior to experimental validation, significantly improving efficiency and reducing experimental effort. Overall, the pipeline demonstrates a successful application of NGS technology for mining and developing molecular markers for ecological and evolutionary studies.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
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Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Imen Ben Amar, Chiraz Gomni, Oussema Gaied, Aymen Khmiri, Rania Ghouaiel, Julien S. Baker
Summary: This study investigates the association between locus of control and precompetitive anxiety in elite soccer players. The findings suggest that locus of control explains a certain amount of variability in anxiety and plays an important role in self-confidence. Therefore, locus of control can be used to identify young athletes with the ability to cope with psychological issues related to sports performance.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2023)
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Environmental Sciences
Megan M. Seeley, Nicholas R. Vaughn, Brennon L. Shanks, Roberta E. Martin, Marcel Konig, Gregory P. Asner
Summary: This study provides accurate and high-resolution spatial data on the keystone species Metrosideros polymorpha in Hawai'i Island, using airborne imaging spectroscopy and LiDAR. The study compares two tree species classification techniques and finds that the support vector machine (SVM) model better reproduces the spatial distribution of M. polymorpha than spectral mixture analysis (SMA) model.
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Plant Sciences
Shengfu Zhong, Wei Chen, Huai Yang, Jinliang Shen, Tianheng Ren, Zhi Li, Feiquan Tan, Peigao Luo
Summary: This study characterized the profile of SSRs in the high-quality assembled genome of Akebia trifoliata and developed a set of effective molecular markers. The results showed that the genome of A. trifoliata contained abundant SSRs, mainly consisting of single-nucleotide repeats and dinucleotide repeats. These SSRs were physically mapped on the chromosomes, and a positive correlation was found between the number of SSRs and chromosomal length. Furthermore, the SSR loci exhibited broad transferability, particularly the dinucleotide repeats, among all angiosperms. Additionally, the dinucleotide repeats were found to be potentially responsible for microsatellite origin and gene function protection.
FRONTIERS IN PLANT SCIENCE
(2022)
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Food Science & Technology
Tom Edlind, Yanhong Liu
Summary: Multiple environmental sampling tests have been commercialized in recent years to proactively detect pathogens, especially Listeria monocytogenes, within food processing facilities. Coupling a positive detection test with strain typing can provide valuable data for tracking pathogen spread, identifying harborage sites, and differentiating between sporadic and resident contamination.
JOURNAL OF FOOD SCIENCE
(2021)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Annalisa Bianchera, Marino Nebuloni, Nicola Colombo, Davide Pirola, Ruggero Bettini
Summary: The aim of this study is to investigate the dissolution behavior of rifaximin alpha, beta, and amorphous forms in relation to their relative thermodynamic stability. The conversion from metastable alpha and amorphous forms to stable beta form mediated by solution and moisture was elucidated. The alpha form dissolves mainly by transitioning to the beta form at relative humidity higher than 40%.
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Entomology
Li Yang Lim, Abdul Hafiz Ab Majid
Summary: A significant number of microsatellite markers were developed from next-generation sequencing data, and seven of these markers were validated as informative genetic markers that can be utilized for studying the T. indicum population.
JOURNAL OF INSECT SCIENCE
(2021)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Wanhu Yang, Jixiang Cui, Yuxin Chen, Chao Wang, Yuanzhi Yin, Wei Zhang, Shanlin Liu, Cheng Sun, Hu Li, Yuange Duan, Fan Song, Wanzhi Cai, Heather M. Hines, Li Tian
Summary: Mullerian mimicry has been studied to explore the genetic mechanisms underlying adaptive phenotypic divergence and convergence. This study investigates the genetic basis of mimetic color pattern variation in a highly polymorphic bumble bee species. The results suggest that the color dimorphism is controlled by a single Mendelian locus located at the intergenic region between two Hox genes. Gene expression analysis suggests that a differential expression of an intergenic long noncoding RNA may drive the color variation late in development. The study also reveals that mimetic convergence is achieved through distinct genetic routes.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Georgi Yordanov, Ivan Mehandjyiski, Nadezhda Palova, Nedyalka Atsenova, Boyko Neov, Georgi Radoslavov, Peter Hristov
Summary: This study investigates the genetic and population diversity of the Danubian horse paternal lines and finds that the population exhibits high genetic diversity with low levels of inbreeding. The results suggest the importance of breeding and conservation programs for the Danubian horse and provide insights for managing paternal lineages.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Shuqin Liu, Chunzheng Fu, Yunzhou Yang, Yuanyuan Zhang, Hongying Ma, Zhiyao Xiong, Yao Ling, Chunjiang Zhao
Summary: The genetic diversity of Chinese indigenous horses was investigated using Y chromosomal microsatellite markers and known Y chromosomal SNPs and mtDNA sequences. The study revealed highly polymorphic Y chromosomal microsatellite markers in Chinese indigenous horse populations, with the most ancient paternal lines found in mountainous and remote areas of southwestern China. Despite higher mtDNA diversity in southern local breeds, haplogroup frequencies have declined in recent years, leading to some breeds being endangered due to small population sizes.
G3-GENES GENOMES GENETICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenliang Liu, Kai Qi, Yan Wang, Fushan Wen, Jiqian Wang
Summary: Element doping is an effective technique to modulate bandgap and improve activity of catalysts. In this study, halogen elements (F, Cl, Br, and I) were doped into Bi2WO6 to prepare catalysts with improved photocatalytic activity. The effects of doping on the crystal structure, morphology, and physicochemical properties were investigated, and the I-BWO catalyst showed the best performance in hydrogen production and rhodamine B photodegradation. Density functional theory calculations confirmed the bandgap regulation effect of the halogen doping and provided insights into the photocatalytic mechanism.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Hematology
Minh Tam Nguyen, Thanh Tung Nguyen, Duy Bac Nguyen, Thi Mai Nguyen, Kim Ngan Nguyen, Van Nhat Minh Ngo, Van Dieu Nguyen, Ngoc Anh Tran, Mulias Lian, Arnold S. C. Tan, Samuel S. Chong, Tien Truong Dang
Summary: This study evaluated the suitability of a panel of F8 intragenic and extragenic short tandem repeat markers for standalone linkage-based preimplantation genetic testing for monogenic disorder (PGT-M) of the Inv22 pathogenic variant, and confirmed their effectiveness in the genetic testing of HEMA.
THROMBOSIS JOURNAL
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Maria Cristina Cozzi, Paolo Valiati, Maria Longeri, Carlos Ferreira, Sofia Abreu Ferreira
Summary: This study assessed the genetic variability of Lusitano Horses reared in Italy and found that the overall population showed good genetic diversity, but caution should be taken in selecting stallions for breeding.