This study introduces a nonlinear error-compensated air-displacement pipettor(NEC_ADP),a novel system that addresses the key limitations in commercial pipetting setups.By incorporating nonlinear error-compensation(NEC...This study introduces a nonlinear error-compensated air-displacement pipettor(NEC_ADP),a novel system that addresses the key limitations in commercial pipetting setups.By incorporating nonlinear error-compensation(NEC)technology,the NEC_ADP improves the accuracy and precision of liquid handling across a wide range of volumes,from micro-volumes(1μL)to macro-volumes(up to 1000μL),and for reagents with varying viscosities and surface tensions.Unlike conventional pipettors,which rely on linear compensation or manual recalibration,NEC_ADP features real-time,online calibration,eliminating the need for factory recalibration and reducing maintenance costs.The system was built with a modular design,allowing seamless scalability from single-to multi-channel configurations.It integrates effortlessly with existing laboratory systems using the open platform communications unified architecture(OPC UA),enhancing interoperability and automation.In addition,the use of machine-learning algorithms for motion control and trajectory planning ensures optimal pipetting strategies and automatic adaptation to different reagents and volumes.This study demonstrates the superior performance of NEC_ADP compared to commercial systems,including the TECAN Cavro®and Eppendorf epMotion®,with significant improvements in accuracy and precision.Innovation in NEC_ADP technology and system integration marks a significant advancement in automated liquid handling,offering robust support for highprecision applications in fields such as genomics,stemcell research,and synthetic biology.展开更多
An artificial reservoir,as a temporary host for various materials in a basin,faces the potential risk of organophosphate ester(OPE)enrichment in the sediment.In this study,in order to investigate the impacts of damrel...An artificial reservoir,as a temporary host for various materials in a basin,faces the potential risk of organophosphate ester(OPE)enrichment in the sediment.In this study,in order to investigate the impacts of damrelated water impoundment on OPEs,seven reservoirs in the Wujiang River(WJR)were investigated in January,April,July,and October 2017,and the occurrence and distribution of eight OPEs were evaluated.The results showed that the content of the eight OPEs ranged from 0.83 to 2745 ng/g dw.The main component was tris(2-chloroethyl)phosphate(TCEP).Spatially,the OPEs decreased from upstream to downstream.Temporally,the OPE content showed a trend of July>October≥January>April.Socioeconomic and hydrological factors had significant effects on the distribution of OPEs,and the empirical model of OPEs with gross domestic product(GDP)and reservoir age(RA)as parameters was established.This provided a basis for OPE estimation and treatment direction for the reservoir.In addition,the relevant data regarding OPEs and total organic carbon(TOC)in terrigenous sediments from previous studies showed a significant correlation(r=0.63,P<0.01).The significantly high risk quotient(RQ)estimated for OPEs,especially tris(methylphenyl)phosphate(TMPP)and triphenyl phosphate(TPHP),suggest potential adverse risk.展开更多
Pterostilbene,a bioactive compound with multifaceted therapeutic potential,has garnered significant interest in cosmetic applications for its depigmentation properties.However,its clinical utility is limited by poor a...Pterostilbene,a bioactive compound with multifaceted therapeutic potential,has garnered significant interest in cosmetic applications for its depigmentation properties.However,its clinical utility is limited by poor aqueous solubility and bioavailability.To address this,we developed PUFECBENE®,a novel microencapsulated formulation containing 5%pterostilbene(the rest are 30%aqua,48.5%glycerin,10%caprylic/capric triglyceride,3%hydrogenated lecithin,2%ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate,1%pentylene glycol,and 0.5%1,2-hexanediol),and measured its particle size and zeta potential using laser diffraction particle analyzer and evaluated its efficacy against pure pterostilbene using in vitro melanocyte and in vivo zebrafish embryo models.PUFECBENE®exhibited uniform aqueous dispersion with a hydrodynamic diameter of 121.72±1.68 nm,a zeta potential of−65.1±0.15 mV,and a transmittance of 80.64±0.062%.The cytotoxicity assay showed that PUFECBENE®exhibited no cytotoxicity in melanocytes at concentrations≤1.25μg/mL,while pure pterostilbene was non-toxic up to 3.13μg/mL.Melanocyte assays demonstrated that 1.25μg/mL PUFECBENE®reduced melanin synthesis by 57.05±4.09%,comparable to pure pterostilbene(57.58±0.76%at 3.13μg/mL),and immunostaining revealed a 3.36-fold increase in LC3-Ⅱ(autophagosome marker)and significant LC3-Ⅱ/Pmel17(Pmel17 is a melanosome-specific protein)co-localization,indicating autophagy-mediated melanosome degradation.Zebrafish embryos treated with PUFECBENE®(0.5μg/mL)showed 99.30±3.44%melanogenesis inhibition,outperforming pure pterostilbene(8.95±7.19%at 0.5μg/mL).PUFECBENE®exhibited a 50-fold enhanced in vivo potency relative to pure pterostilbene while retaining comparable in vitro efficacy,highlighting the critical role of bioavailability optimization and in vivo analysis in translating in vitro findings to formulation applications.This highlights the success of microencapsulation in enhancing bioavailability and depigmentation activity,positioning PUFECBENE®as a promising candidate for advanced cosmetic formulations targeting hyperpigmentation.展开更多
Pterostilbene is gaining recognition as a promising ingredient in skincare for its anti-aging benefits.This study assessed the clinical effectiveness of a 0.1%pterostilbene-containing skincare emulsion against a contr...Pterostilbene is gaining recognition as a promising ingredient in skincare for its anti-aging benefits.This study assessed the clinical effectiveness of a 0.1%pterostilbene-containing skincare emulsion against a control emulsion over 28 days with 31 participants.A double-blind,split-face design was used,comparing the left and right sides of the face and preand post-treatment conditions.Efficacy was measured using advanced tools,including the Skin Elasticity Tester CutometerR dual MPA580,the facial imaging and analysis system VISIAR-CR,the skin microstructure 3D imaging system PRIMOSCR,and the in vivo two-photon microscopy imaging system SUPERVISION-780,along with subjects’selfassessment after 14 and 28 days of continual use.Results demonstrated that the 0.1%pterostilbene emulsion significantly enhanced skin elasticity R2 and firmness F4,reduced the area and volume of forehead and undern-eye wrinkles,decreased the percentage of Crow’s feet wrinkles area,improved the aging index ELCOR,and increased the thickness of the epidermis layer,collagen intensity,elastic fiber fluorescence,and the standardized area of the epidermal-dermal junction(DEJ).Compared to the control emulsion,the pterostilbene emulsion showed statistically significant(p<0.05)improvements in these metrics,as well as aging index SAIID and skin pore size.All subjects expressed higher satisfaction with the pterostilbene emulsion,highlighting its superior skincare benefits.The findings emphasize the potent anti-aging efficacy of pterostilbene,reinforcing its value as an active ingredient in cosmetics formulations.展开更多
Oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage have been implicated in the pathogenesis of several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Oxidati...Oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage have been implicated in the pathogenesis of several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Oxidative stress is characterized by the overproduction of reactive oxygen species, which can induce mitochondrial DNA mutations, damage the mitochondrial respiratory chain, alter membrane permeability, and influence Ca2+ homeostasis and mitochondrial defense systems. All these changes are implicated in the development of these neurodegenerative diseases, mediating or amplifying neuronal dysfunction and triggering neurodegeneration. This paper summarizes the contribution of oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage to the onset of neurodegenerative diseases and discusses strategies to modify mitochondrial dysfunction that may be attractive therapeutic interventions for the treatment of various neurodegenerative diseases.展开更多
Low temperature is the most common abiotic stress factors during the eggplant cultivation in solar greenhouses.Melatonin plays important roles in plant resistance to low temperature.However,the role of melatonin in re...Low temperature is the most common abiotic stress factors during the eggplant cultivation in solar greenhouses.Melatonin plays important roles in plant resistance to low temperature.However,the role of melatonin in regulating chilling tolerance and extending the preharvest shelf life of eggplant fruits is still unknown.In this study,we investigated the effects of exogenous melatonin on eggplant plants and fruits in response to low temperature.Under simulated low-temperature conditions,exogenous melatonin significantly relieved the chilling symptoms of seedlings by reducing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and relative leakage rates.These reductions were caused by higher superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) activities and increased endogenous polyamine and melatonin levels compared with those in untreated seedlings.Notably,the expression levels of SOD,CAT1/2,and polyamine synthesis genes (ADC and ODC) were also increased by 100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin,as well as those of genes involved in melatonin synthesis (TDC,T5H,SNAT,ASMT,and COMT) and cold regulation (COR1,CBFa/b,and ZAT2/6/12).To further investigate the effects of melatonin on eggplant leaves and fruits under natural low temperature conditions,100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin was sprayed on the functional leaves at three days before commodity maturation.Melatonin significantly alleviated chilling injury in the leaves and pericarp and extended the preharvest shelf life of the fruit by increasing the expression of COR1,CBF,ZAT2/6/12,and API5 and decreasing the expression of senescence-related genes (NCED1/2 and SAG12).Therefore,100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin improved chilling tolerance and fruit shelf life by upregulating ZAT2/6/12 to affect ROS-and senescence-related processes,which provides a reference for alleviating cold stress and extending the preharvest fruit shelf life in eggplant.展开更多
Reactive oxygen species are constantly produced in aerobic organisms as by-products of normal oxygen metabolism and include free radicals such as superoxide anion (02-) and hydroxyl radical (OH-), and non-radical ...Reactive oxygen species are constantly produced in aerobic organisms as by-products of normal oxygen metabolism and include free radicals such as superoxide anion (02-) and hydroxyl radical (OH-), and non-radical hydrogen peroxide (H202). The mitochondrial respiratory chain and enzymatic reactions by various enzymes are endogenous sources of reactive oxygen species. Exogenous reactive oxygen species -inducing stressors include ionizing radiation, ultraviolet light, and divergent oxidizing chemicals. At low concentrations, reactive oxygen species serve as an important second messenger in cell signaling; however, at higher concentrations and long-term exposure, reactive oxygen species can damage cellular macromolecules such as DNA, proteins, and lipids, which leads to necrotic and apoptotic cell death. Oxidative stress is a condition of imbalance between reactive oxygen species formation and cellular antioxidant capacity due to enhanced ROS generation and/or dysfunction of the antioxidant system. Biochemical alterations in these macromolecular components can lead to various pathological conditions and human diseases especially neurodegenerative diseases. Neurodegenerative diseases are morphologically featured by progressive cell loss in specific vulnerable neuronal cells, often associated with cytoskeletal protein aggregates forming inclusions in neurons and/or glial cells. Deposition of abnormal aggregated proteins and disruption of metal ions homeostasis are highly associated with oxidative stress. The main aim of this review is to present as much detailed information as possible that is available on various neurodegenerative disorders and their connection with oxidative stress. A variety of therapeutic strategies designed to address these pathological processes are also described. For the future therapeutic direction, one specific pathway that involves the transcription factor nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 is receiving considerable attention.展开更多
Fleshy fruit shape is an important external quality trait influencing the usage of fruits and consumer preference.Thus,modification of fruit shape has become one of the major objectives for crop improvement.However,th...Fleshy fruit shape is an important external quality trait influencing the usage of fruits and consumer preference.Thus,modification of fruit shape has become one of the major objectives for crop improvement.However,the underlying mechanisms of fruit shape regulation are poorly understood.In this review we summarize recent progress in the genetic basis of fleshy fruit shape regulation using tomato,cucumber,and peach as examples.Comparative analyses suggest that the OFP-TRM(OVATE Family Protein-TONNEAU1 Recruiting Motif)and IQD(IQ67 domain)pathways are probably conserved in regulating fruit shape by primarily modulating cell division patterns across fleshy fruit species.Interestingly,cucumber homologs of FRUITFULL(FUL1),CRABS CLAW(CRC)and 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate synthase 2(ACS2)were found to regulate fruit elongation.We also outline the recent progress in fruit shape regulation mediated by OFP-TRM and IQD pathways in Arabidopsis and rice,and propose that the OFP-TRM pathway and IQD pathway coordinate regulate fruit shape through integration of phytohormones,including brassinosteroids,gibberellic acids,and auxin,and microtubule organization.In addition,functional redundancy and divergence of the members of each of the OFP,TRM,and IQD families are also shown.This review provides a general overview of current knowledge in fruit shape regulation and discusses the possible mechanisms that need to be addressed in future studies.展开更多
The naturally occurring mutant eggplant line 05ms was identified with reverse thermosensitive genic male sterility(rTGMS),but its temperature-responsive fertility mechanisms remain largely unknown.Here,we studied the ...The naturally occurring mutant eggplant line 05ms was identified with reverse thermosensitive genic male sterility(rTGMS),but its temperature-responsive fertility mechanisms remain largely unknown.Here,we studied the flower morphology,anther cellular structure,and genome-wide gene expression of this rTGMS line.Candidate genes for thermosensitive male sterility during the microspore development of 05ms and the temperature-insensitive line S63 under low-temperature(LT)and high-temperature(HT)conditions were identified.Under LT,tapetum cells were vacuolated and had delayed disintegration in 05ms.RNA-seq analysis indicated that DEGs were enriched in the KEGG pathways‘plant hormone signal transduction’,‘starch and sucrose metabolism’,and‘phenylpropanoid biosynthesis’.We identified two genes,4CLL1(Sme2.5_00368.1_g00010.1)and CKI1(Sme2.5_10056.1_g00002.1),which could potentially regulate eggplant anther development and may be candidate genes for rTGMS.Finally,we propose a working model of anther abortion for rTGMS in eggplant.CKI1 responds to LT stress and causes expression changes in genes related to anther development,such as 4CLL1,and the cellular structure of the tapetum becomes abnormal,causing male sterility.The findings of this study explain the underlying molecular mechanisms of male sterility in eggplant rTGMS lines.展开更多
Pectobacterium carotovorum ssp.carotovorum(Pcc)is a necrotrophic bacterial species that causes soft rot disease in Chinese cabbage.In this study,plants harboring the resistant mutant sr gene,which confers resistance a...Pectobacterium carotovorum ssp.carotovorum(Pcc)is a necrotrophic bacterial species that causes soft rot disease in Chinese cabbage.In this study,plants harboring the resistant mutant sr gene,which confers resistance against Pcc,were screened from an 800 M2 population mutated by ethyl methane sulfonate(EMS)and scored in vitro and in vivo for lesion size.The transcript profiles showed~512 differentially expressed genes(DEGs)between sr and WT plants occurring between 6 and 12 h postinoculation(hpi),which corresponded to the important defense regulation period(resistance)to Pcc in Chinese cabbage.The downstream defense genes(CPK,CML,RBOH MPK3,and MPK4)of pathogen pattern-triggered immunity(PTI)were strongly activated during infection at 12 hpi in resistant mutant sr;PTI appears to be central to plant defense against Pcc via recognition by three putative pattern recognition receptors(PRRs;BrLYM1-BrCERK1,BrBKK1/SERK4-PEPR1,BrWAKs).Pcc triggered the upregulation of the jasmonic acid(JA)and ethylene(ET)biosynthesis genes in mutant sr,but auxins and other hormones may have affected some negative signals.Endogenous hormones(auxins,JAs,and SA),as well as exogenous auxins(MEJA and BTH),were also verified as functioning in the immune system.Concurrently,the expression of glucosinolate and lignin biosynthesis genes was increased at 12 hpi in resistant mutant sr,and the accumulation of glucosinolate and lignin also indicated that these genes have a functional defensive role against Pcc.Our study provides valuable information and elucidates the resistance mechanism of Chinese cabbage against Pcc infection.展开更多
The agricultural and consumer quality of Chinese cabbage is determined by its shape.The shape is defined by the folding of the heading leaves,which defines the head top shape(HTS).The overlapping HTS,in which the head...The agricultural and consumer quality of Chinese cabbage is determined by its shape.The shape is defined by the folding of the heading leaves,which defines the head top shape(HTS).The overlapping HTS,in which the heading leaves curve inward and overlap at the top,is the shape preferred by consumers.To understand the genetic regulation of HTS,we generated a large segregating F 2 population from a cross between pak choi and Chinese cabbage,with phenotypes ranging from nonheading to heading with either outward curving or inward curving overlapping heading leaves.HTS was correlated with plant height,outerosette leaf length,and petiole length.A high-density genetic map was constructed.Quantitative trait locus(QTL)analysis resulted in the identification of 22 QTLs for leafy head-related traits,which included five HTS QTLs.Bulked segregant analysis(BSA)was used to confirm HTS QTLs and identify candidate genes based on informative single-nucleotide polymorphisms.Interestingly,the HTS QTLs colocalized with QTLs for plant height,outerosette leaf,and petiole length,consistent with the observed phenotypic correlations.Combined QTL analysis and BSA laid a foundation for molecular marker-assisted breeding of Chinese cabbage HTS and directions for further research on the genetic regulation of this trait.展开更多
Flowering time is an important agronomic trait of Chinese cabbage with late flowering being a primary breeding objective.In our previous work,we obtained Chinese cabbage-cabbage translocation lines that contained seve...Flowering time is an important agronomic trait of Chinese cabbage with late flowering being a primary breeding objective.In our previous work,we obtained Chinese cabbage-cabbage translocation lines that contained several beneficial cabbage genes.Cabbage-specific molecular markers show that these genes were coming from chromosome C01 of cabbage.In this study,we investigated the inheritance of flowering time in a couple of translocation lines and analyzed the transmission rate of molecular markers in the offspring.Consequently,we obtained the late flowering Chinese cabbage-cabbage translocation line‘AT7–4’in which the flowering time was later than that of‘85–1’by about 7 days under 4-week vernalization.Based on previous studies of the genomes of Chinese cabbage and cabbage,we located the cabbage-specific molecular markers that were closely linked at the top of the chromosome A01 in the F2mapping population generated by self-crossing F1s derived from a cross between the translocation line‘AT7–4’and Chinese cabbage‘14–36’.Five flowering-related genes in the alien fragment were found by functional annotation and their molecular markers were developed.This study lays the foundation for the future improvement of Chinese cabbage varieties using A-C translocation lines.展开更多
Mutation of the DYT1 gene has been reported to cause early-onset primary torsion dystonia(DYT1)Due to DYT1 gene mutation,defective wild torsinA and the accumulation of mutant torsinA(GAG-deleted DYT1 gene encoded the ...Mutation of the DYT1 gene has been reported to cause early-onset primary torsion dystonia(DYT1)Due to DYT1 gene mutation,defective wild torsinA and the accumulation of mutant torsinA(GAG-deleted DYT1 gene encoded the mutant torsinA,torsinA&E)play an important role in DYT1 pathogenesis.Intracellular inclusion bodies are formed,and dopamine transport and release are disturbed by interfering functions of endoplasmic reticulum,nuclear membrane,and cytoskeleton of neural cells,resulting in DYT1 onset.Small interfering RNA could serve as a potential therapy for DYT1.However,the exact function of wild torsinA and the pathological effects of torsinAAE require further studies.展开更多
With the complementation of whole-genome sequencing of Chinese cabbage,it is necessary to develop genome-wide Simple Sequence Repeat(SSR)markers and analyse their characteristics,which will bring a revolution in the m...With the complementation of whole-genome sequencing of Chinese cabbage,it is necessary to develop genome-wide Simple Sequence Repeat(SSR)markers and analyse their characteristics,which will bring a revolution in the molecular marker-assisted breeding of Chinese cabbage.In this study distribution and characteristics of SSR loci in the genome of Chinese cabbage'Chiifu'was analyzed.Finally,a total of 173,892 SSR markers that occurred in 10 chromosomes were identified,and Perfect Repeat Motifs(P type)which is a main form of SSR loci with a mean distance of 1.89 kb/SSR was identified.Among them,mono-,di-,and tri-nucleotide repeat motifs were equally distributed across chromosomes compared with tetra-,penta-,and hexa-nucleotide repeat motifs.The largest proportion of SSR loci consisted of mono-and dinucleotide repeat motifs,which accounted for 93.04%of the total SSR loci.A/T and AT/TA were the most abundant motifs,accounting for 97.61%and 64.05%of the mono-and dinucleotide repeats,respectively.Furthermore,200 SSR markers were used for the amplification of 12 Chinese cabbage germplasm,in which 30 were highly polymorphic.These SSR markers were further used for the association analyses of flowering time of 190 Chinese cabbage accessions.The results revealed that 9 and 10 alleles were associated with bolting and flowering time,respectivley.The results show that development of SSR markers is feasible and useful in marker assisted selection of Chinese cabbage.展开更多
Hydrothermal venting has a profound effect on the chemical and biological properties of local and distal seawater and sediments. In this study, lipid biomarkers were analyzed to examine the potential influence of hydr...Hydrothermal venting has a profound effect on the chemical and biological properties of local and distal seawater and sediments. In this study, lipid biomarkers were analyzed to examine the potential influence of hydrothermal activity on the fate of organic matter(OM) in surface sediments around Tianxiu Hydrothermal Field in the Carlsberg Ridge(CR), Northwest Indian Ocean. By comparing the biomarker distributions of the samples with that of other typical hydrothermal sediments in the mid ocean ridge, it is shown that the location of the samples is not affected by the hydrothermal activity. The relatively low abundances of terrestrial n-alkyl lipids and riverine1,15-C32 diol suggested a minor contribution of terrigenous OM to the study area. The bacteria contributed predominantly to sedimentary marine OM;however, other marine source organisms, e.g., eukaryotes(i.e.,phytoplankton and fungi) could not be completely neglected. The marine-originated biomarkers showed significantly variable distributions between the two sediments, suggesting different dynamic physical and biogeochemical processes controlling the fate of marine OM. This study identified various diagnostic biomarkers(5,5-diethyl alkanes, diols and β-OH FAs), which may have significant environmental implications for future works in this region.展开更多
BACKGROUND:Primary dystonia is a heterogeneous disease,with a complex genetic basis.In previous studies,primary dystonia was classified according to age of onset,involved regions,and other clinical characteristics.Wit...BACKGROUND:Primary dystonia is a heterogeneous disease,with a complex genetic basis.In previous studies,primary dystonia was classified according to age of onset,involved regions,and other clinical characteristics.With the development of molecular genetics,new virulence genes and sites have been discovered.Therefore,there is a gradual understanding of the various forms of dystonia,based on new viewpoints.There are 15 subtypes of dystonia,based on the molecular level,i.e.,DYT1 to DYT15.OBJECTIVE:To analyze the genetic development of dystonia in detail,and to further investigate molecular mechanisms of dystonia.RETRIEVAL STRATEGY:A computer-based online search was conducted in PubMed for English language publications containing the keywords"dystonia and genetic"from January 1980 to March 2007.There were 105 articles in total.Inclusion criteria:①the contents of the articles should closely address genetic classification and molecular mechanisms of primary dystonia;②the articles published in recent years or in high-impact journals took preference.Exclusion criteria:duplicated articles.LITERATURE EVALUATION:The selected articles were on genetic classification and molecular genetics mechanism of primary dystonia.Of those,27 were basic or clinical studies.DATA SYNTHESlS:①Dystonia is a heterogeneous disease,with a complex genetic basis.According to the classification of the Human Genome Organization,there are 15 dystonia subtypes,based on genetics,i.e.,DYT1-DYT15,including primary dystonia,dystonia plus syndrome,degeneration plus dystonia,and paroxysmal dyskinesia plus dystonia.②To date,the chromosomes of 13 subtypes have been localized;however,DYT2 and DYT4 remain unclear.Six subtypes have been located within virulence genes.Specifically,torsinA gene expression results in the DYTI genotype;autosomal dominant GTP cyclohydrolase 1 gene expression and recessive tyrosine hydroxylase expression result in the DYT5 genotype,respectively;the epsilon-sarcoglycan gene is involved in DYT11;Na^+/K^+-ATP enzymeα3 chain gene in DYT12;TATA-conjugated protein-associated factor 1 gene in DYT3;and myofibril regulatory factor gene in DYTS.③Different types of dystonia exhibit various clinical characteristics and specific clinical manifestations.④Many elements regarding the molecular mechanism of dystonia have been determined.However,many components remain poorly understood.For example,detailed pathogenesis remains unclear.Various forms of dystonia exhibit similar problems.Moreover,a single form of dystonia may be a result of two or more different chromosomal mutations.In addition,more studies are needed to fully understand chromosome apposition and virulence genes involved in dystonia.CONCLUSION:The discovery of virulence genes and localizations of newly classified forms of dystonia are beneficial to further understanding the molecular mechanisms of dystonia.展开更多
In eggplant(Solanum melongena.L),low light during cultivation often hinders proper pigmentation of fruit.While some varieties exhibit less susceptibility to low light for eggplant coloration,however,the genetic basis ...In eggplant(Solanum melongena.L),low light during cultivation often hinders proper pigmentation of fruit.While some varieties exhibit less susceptibility to low light for eggplant coloration,however,the genetic basis of such less-photosensitive fruit coloration remains unknown.In this study,we characterized a less-photosensitive eggplant cultivar‘609'.Under bagging conditions,fruits of‘609'exhibited purple coloration,albeit lighter than fruits grown under natural conditions.Genetic analysis showed that the less-photosensitive trait was controlled by a single dominant gene,designated SmLP.Based on BSA and genetic recombination analyses,SmLP was mapped to the 7.4−12.5 Mb region on chromosome 10.Within this genetic region,six genes with non-synonymous mutation and seven genes potentially involved in anthocyanin biosynthesis or light signal transduction were identified.Further RT-qPCR analysis revealed that only three out of these genes were differentially expressed in eggplant peel tissues.The three genes EGP21875,EGP21864 and EGP21911,encoding MYB domain protein 113,phototropic-responsive NPH3 family protein,and protein with unknown function,respectively,were considered as the putative genes associated with less-photosensitive anthocyanin biosynthesis in eggplant fruits.These results would provide great help in casual gene identification for less-photosensitive trait and promote an understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying less-and non-photosensitive coloration in eggplant.展开更多
基金supported in part by the National Key R&D Program of China[Grant No.2023YFF0724200]Strategic Priority Research Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences[Grant No.XDB1250000]+5 种基金Key Research and Development Program of Guangzhou City[Grant No.2024B03J0002,2025B03J0095]in part by the Guangzhou Koalson Smart Manufacturing Technology Co.,Ltd.,Scientific Instrumentation Development Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences[Grant No.PTYQ2024TD0002,ZDKYYQ20210006]Key Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences[Grant No.ZDBS-ZRKJZ-TLC006]Guangzhou Basic and Applied Basic Research Project[Grant No.2024A04J6352,2022A1515110435]Human Cell Lineage Atlas Facility[Grant No.DSS05010101]Basic Research Project of Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health,Chinese Academy of Sciences[No.GIBHBRP24-03].
摘要This study introduces a nonlinear error-compensated air-displacement pipettor(NEC_ADP),a novel system that addresses the key limitations in commercial pipetting setups.By incorporating nonlinear error-compensation(NEC)technology,the NEC_ADP improves the accuracy and precision of liquid handling across a wide range of volumes,from micro-volumes(1μL)to macro-volumes(up to 1000μL),and for reagents with varying viscosities and surface tensions.Unlike conventional pipettors,which rely on linear compensation or manual recalibration,NEC_ADP features real-time,online calibration,eliminating the need for factory recalibration and reducing maintenance costs.The system was built with a modular design,allowing seamless scalability from single-to multi-channel configurations.It integrates effortlessly with existing laboratory systems using the open platform communications unified architecture(OPC UA),enhancing interoperability and automation.In addition,the use of machine-learning algorithms for motion control and trajectory planning ensures optimal pipetting strategies and automatic adaptation to different reagents and volumes.This study demonstrates the superior performance of NEC_ADP compared to commercial systems,including the TECAN Cavro®and Eppendorf epMotion®,with significant improvements in accuracy and precision.Innovation in NEC_ADP technology and system integration marks a significant advancement in automated liquid handling,offering robust support for highprecision applications in fields such as genomics,stemcell research,and synthetic biology.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFF0806003)Natural Science Foundation of Shanghai Municipality(22ZR1423900)National Natural Science Foundation of China(42273055)。
摘要An artificial reservoir,as a temporary host for various materials in a basin,faces the potential risk of organophosphate ester(OPE)enrichment in the sediment.In this study,in order to investigate the impacts of damrelated water impoundment on OPEs,seven reservoirs in the Wujiang River(WJR)were investigated in January,April,July,and October 2017,and the occurrence and distribution of eight OPEs were evaluated.The results showed that the content of the eight OPEs ranged from 0.83 to 2745 ng/g dw.The main component was tris(2-chloroethyl)phosphate(TCEP).Spatially,the OPEs decreased from upstream to downstream.Temporally,the OPE content showed a trend of July>October≥January>April.Socioeconomic and hydrological factors had significant effects on the distribution of OPEs,and the empirical model of OPEs with gross domestic product(GDP)and reservoir age(RA)as parameters was established.This provided a basis for OPE estimation and treatment direction for the reservoir.In addition,the relevant data regarding OPEs and total organic carbon(TOC)in terrigenous sediments from previous studies showed a significant correlation(r=0.63,P<0.01).The significantly high risk quotient(RQ)estimated for OPEs,especially tris(methylphenyl)phosphate(TMPP)and triphenyl phosphate(TPHP),suggest potential adverse risk.
摘要Pterostilbene,a bioactive compound with multifaceted therapeutic potential,has garnered significant interest in cosmetic applications for its depigmentation properties.However,its clinical utility is limited by poor aqueous solubility and bioavailability.To address this,we developed PUFECBENE®,a novel microencapsulated formulation containing 5%pterostilbene(the rest are 30%aqua,48.5%glycerin,10%caprylic/capric triglyceride,3%hydrogenated lecithin,2%ascorbyl tetraisopalmitate,1%pentylene glycol,and 0.5%1,2-hexanediol),and measured its particle size and zeta potential using laser diffraction particle analyzer and evaluated its efficacy against pure pterostilbene using in vitro melanocyte and in vivo zebrafish embryo models.PUFECBENE®exhibited uniform aqueous dispersion with a hydrodynamic diameter of 121.72±1.68 nm,a zeta potential of−65.1±0.15 mV,and a transmittance of 80.64±0.062%.The cytotoxicity assay showed that PUFECBENE®exhibited no cytotoxicity in melanocytes at concentrations≤1.25μg/mL,while pure pterostilbene was non-toxic up to 3.13μg/mL.Melanocyte assays demonstrated that 1.25μg/mL PUFECBENE®reduced melanin synthesis by 57.05±4.09%,comparable to pure pterostilbene(57.58±0.76%at 3.13μg/mL),and immunostaining revealed a 3.36-fold increase in LC3-Ⅱ(autophagosome marker)and significant LC3-Ⅱ/Pmel17(Pmel17 is a melanosome-specific protein)co-localization,indicating autophagy-mediated melanosome degradation.Zebrafish embryos treated with PUFECBENE®(0.5μg/mL)showed 99.30±3.44%melanogenesis inhibition,outperforming pure pterostilbene(8.95±7.19%at 0.5μg/mL).PUFECBENE®exhibited a 50-fold enhanced in vivo potency relative to pure pterostilbene while retaining comparable in vitro efficacy,highlighting the critical role of bioavailability optimization and in vivo analysis in translating in vitro findings to formulation applications.This highlights the success of microencapsulation in enhancing bioavailability and depigmentation activity,positioning PUFECBENE®as a promising candidate for advanced cosmetic formulations targeting hyperpigmentation.
摘要Pterostilbene is gaining recognition as a promising ingredient in skincare for its anti-aging benefits.This study assessed the clinical effectiveness of a 0.1%pterostilbene-containing skincare emulsion against a control emulsion over 28 days with 31 participants.A double-blind,split-face design was used,comparing the left and right sides of the face and preand post-treatment conditions.Efficacy was measured using advanced tools,including the Skin Elasticity Tester CutometerR dual MPA580,the facial imaging and analysis system VISIAR-CR,the skin microstructure 3D imaging system PRIMOSCR,and the in vivo two-photon microscopy imaging system SUPERVISION-780,along with subjects’selfassessment after 14 and 28 days of continual use.Results demonstrated that the 0.1%pterostilbene emulsion significantly enhanced skin elasticity R2 and firmness F4,reduced the area and volume of forehead and undern-eye wrinkles,decreased the percentage of Crow’s feet wrinkles area,improved the aging index ELCOR,and increased the thickness of the epidermis layer,collagen intensity,elastic fiber fluorescence,and the standardized area of the epidermal-dermal junction(DEJ).Compared to the control emulsion,the pterostilbene emulsion showed statistically significant(p<0.05)improvements in these metrics,as well as aging index SAIID and skin pore size.All subjects expressed higher satisfaction with the pterostilbene emulsion,highlighting its superior skincare benefits.The findings emphasize the potent anti-aging efficacy of pterostilbene,reinforcing its value as an active ingredient in cosmetics formulations.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81274005Medical Science Research,Health Department of Hebei Province,No.20110173,20090588Hebei Education Department Science Foundation,No.2007302
摘要Oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage have been implicated in the pathogenesis of several neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Oxidative stress is characterized by the overproduction of reactive oxygen species, which can induce mitochondrial DNA mutations, damage the mitochondrial respiratory chain, alter membrane permeability, and influence Ca2+ homeostasis and mitochondrial defense systems. All these changes are implicated in the development of these neurodegenerative diseases, mediating or amplifying neuronal dysfunction and triggering neurodegeneration. This paper summarizes the contribution of oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage to the onset of neurodegenerative diseases and discusses strategies to modify mitochondrial dysfunction that may be attractive therapeutic interventions for the treatment of various neurodegenerative diseases.
基金Introduction of Talents for Scientific Research of State Key Laboratory of North China Crop Improvement and Regulation (Grant No.NCCIR2020RC-11)Hebei Fruit Vegetables Seed Industry Science and Technology Innovation Team Project (Grant No.21326309D)+2 种基金Vegetable Innovation Team Project of Hebei Modern Agricultural Industrial Technology System (Grant No.HBCT2018030203)Introduction of Talents for Scientific Research of Hebei Agriculture University (Grant No.YJ2020048)Basic Scientific Research Funds of Provincial Universities of Hebei Province (Grant No.KY2021056) for the provision of funds。
摘要Low temperature is the most common abiotic stress factors during the eggplant cultivation in solar greenhouses.Melatonin plays important roles in plant resistance to low temperature.However,the role of melatonin in regulating chilling tolerance and extending the preharvest shelf life of eggplant fruits is still unknown.In this study,we investigated the effects of exogenous melatonin on eggplant plants and fruits in response to low temperature.Under simulated low-temperature conditions,exogenous melatonin significantly relieved the chilling symptoms of seedlings by reducing reactive oxygen species (ROS) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and relative leakage rates.These reductions were caused by higher superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT) activities and increased endogenous polyamine and melatonin levels compared with those in untreated seedlings.Notably,the expression levels of SOD,CAT1/2,and polyamine synthesis genes (ADC and ODC) were also increased by 100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin,as well as those of genes involved in melatonin synthesis (TDC,T5H,SNAT,ASMT,and COMT) and cold regulation (COR1,CBFa/b,and ZAT2/6/12).To further investigate the effects of melatonin on eggplant leaves and fruits under natural low temperature conditions,100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin was sprayed on the functional leaves at three days before commodity maturation.Melatonin significantly alleviated chilling injury in the leaves and pericarp and extended the preharvest shelf life of the fruit by increasing the expression of COR1,CBF,ZAT2/6/12,and API5 and decreasing the expression of senescence-related genes (NCED1/2 and SAG12).Therefore,100μmol·L~(-1)melatonin improved chilling tolerance and fruit shelf life by upregulating ZAT2/6/12 to affect ROS-and senescence-related processes,which provides a reference for alleviating cold stress and extending the preharvest fruit shelf life in eggplant.
基金supported by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) USAthe National Natural Science Foundation of China, No. U0632007
摘要Reactive oxygen species are constantly produced in aerobic organisms as by-products of normal oxygen metabolism and include free radicals such as superoxide anion (02-) and hydroxyl radical (OH-), and non-radical hydrogen peroxide (H202). The mitochondrial respiratory chain and enzymatic reactions by various enzymes are endogenous sources of reactive oxygen species. Exogenous reactive oxygen species -inducing stressors include ionizing radiation, ultraviolet light, and divergent oxidizing chemicals. At low concentrations, reactive oxygen species serve as an important second messenger in cell signaling; however, at higher concentrations and long-term exposure, reactive oxygen species can damage cellular macromolecules such as DNA, proteins, and lipids, which leads to necrotic and apoptotic cell death. Oxidative stress is a condition of imbalance between reactive oxygen species formation and cellular antioxidant capacity due to enhanced ROS generation and/or dysfunction of the antioxidant system. Biochemical alterations in these macromolecular components can lead to various pathological conditions and human diseases especially neurodegenerative diseases. Neurodegenerative diseases are morphologically featured by progressive cell loss in specific vulnerable neuronal cells, often associated with cytoskeletal protein aggregates forming inclusions in neurons and/or glial cells. Deposition of abnormal aggregated proteins and disruption of metal ions homeostasis are highly associated with oxidative stress. The main aim of this review is to present as much detailed information as possible that is available on various neurodegenerative disorders and their connection with oxidative stress. A variety of therapeutic strategies designed to address these pathological processes are also described. For the future therapeutic direction, one specific pathway that involves the transcription factor nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 is receiving considerable attention.
基金This work was supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei Province(C2021204015)the 2021 Project for the Introduction of Oversea Students in Hebei Province(C20210510)+4 种基金science and technology research projects of colleges and universities in Hebei Province(ZD2022111)the Introduction of Talents Start-up fund of the State Key Laboratory of North China Crop Improvement and Regulation(NCCIR2020RC-13)the Introduction of Talents Start-up fund of Hebei Agricultural University(YJ2020067)the Hebei Fruit Vegetables Seed Industry Science and Technology Innovation Team Project(21326309D)the Vegetable Innovation Team Project of Hebei Modern Agricultural Industrial Technology System(HBCT2018030203).
摘要Fleshy fruit shape is an important external quality trait influencing the usage of fruits and consumer preference.Thus,modification of fruit shape has become one of the major objectives for crop improvement.However,the underlying mechanisms of fruit shape regulation are poorly understood.In this review we summarize recent progress in the genetic basis of fleshy fruit shape regulation using tomato,cucumber,and peach as examples.Comparative analyses suggest that the OFP-TRM(OVATE Family Protein-TONNEAU1 Recruiting Motif)and IQD(IQ67 domain)pathways are probably conserved in regulating fruit shape by primarily modulating cell division patterns across fleshy fruit species.Interestingly,cucumber homologs of FRUITFULL(FUL1),CRABS CLAW(CRC)and 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate synthase 2(ACS2)were found to regulate fruit elongation.We also outline the recent progress in fruit shape regulation mediated by OFP-TRM and IQD pathways in Arabidopsis and rice,and propose that the OFP-TRM pathway and IQD pathway coordinate regulate fruit shape through integration of phytohormones,including brassinosteroids,gibberellic acids,and auxin,and microtubule organization.In addition,functional redundancy and divergence of the members of each of the OFP,TRM,and IQD families are also shown.This review provides a general overview of current knowledge in fruit shape regulation and discusses the possible mechanisms that need to be addressed in future studies.
基金financed by the Hebei Natural Science Foundation(C2015301055)Hebei Science and Technology Plan Project(16226308D)+1 种基金National Bulk Vegetable Industry Technology System Project(CARS-23-G-05)Hebei Vegetable Industry Technology System(HBCT2018030203).
摘要The naturally occurring mutant eggplant line 05ms was identified with reverse thermosensitive genic male sterility(rTGMS),but its temperature-responsive fertility mechanisms remain largely unknown.Here,we studied the flower morphology,anther cellular structure,and genome-wide gene expression of this rTGMS line.Candidate genes for thermosensitive male sterility during the microspore development of 05ms and the temperature-insensitive line S63 under low-temperature(LT)and high-temperature(HT)conditions were identified.Under LT,tapetum cells were vacuolated and had delayed disintegration in 05ms.RNA-seq analysis indicated that DEGs were enriched in the KEGG pathways‘plant hormone signal transduction’,‘starch and sucrose metabolism’,and‘phenylpropanoid biosynthesis’.We identified two genes,4CLL1(Sme2.5_00368.1_g00010.1)and CKI1(Sme2.5_10056.1_g00002.1),which could potentially regulate eggplant anther development and may be candidate genes for rTGMS.Finally,we propose a working model of anther abortion for rTGMS in eggplant.CKI1 responds to LT stress and causes expression changes in genes related to anther development,such as 4CLL1,and the cellular structure of the tapetum becomes abnormal,causing male sterility.The findings of this study explain the underlying molecular mechanisms of male sterility in eggplant rTGMS lines.
基金supported by the National Key R&D of China[Grant No.2017YFD0101802,2016YFD0100204-17]the National Natural Science Foundation of China[Grant No.31672151 and 31772324]+6 种基金the Hundred-Talents Program of Hebei Universities[Grant No.SLRC2017040]the Basic Research Program of Hebei[Grant No.18966925D]the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei[C2016204170]the Science and Technology Support Program of Hebei[16226304D-2]the Science and Technology Research Project of Hebei Colleges and Universities[Grant No.QN2017084 and ZD2017236]the International Cooperation Project in the Science and Technology Support Program of Hebei[Grant No.17396315D]the Graduate Student Innovation Fund Project in Hebei Province[CXZZBS2017067].
摘要Pectobacterium carotovorum ssp.carotovorum(Pcc)is a necrotrophic bacterial species that causes soft rot disease in Chinese cabbage.In this study,plants harboring the resistant mutant sr gene,which confers resistance against Pcc,were screened from an 800 M2 population mutated by ethyl methane sulfonate(EMS)and scored in vitro and in vivo for lesion size.The transcript profiles showed~512 differentially expressed genes(DEGs)between sr and WT plants occurring between 6 and 12 h postinoculation(hpi),which corresponded to the important defense regulation period(resistance)to Pcc in Chinese cabbage.The downstream defense genes(CPK,CML,RBOH MPK3,and MPK4)of pathogen pattern-triggered immunity(PTI)were strongly activated during infection at 12 hpi in resistant mutant sr;PTI appears to be central to plant defense against Pcc via recognition by three putative pattern recognition receptors(PRRs;BrLYM1-BrCERK1,BrBKK1/SERK4-PEPR1,BrWAKs).Pcc triggered the upregulation of the jasmonic acid(JA)and ethylene(ET)biosynthesis genes in mutant sr,but auxins and other hormones may have affected some negative signals.Endogenous hormones(auxins,JAs,and SA),as well as exogenous auxins(MEJA and BTH),were also verified as functioning in the immune system.Concurrently,the expression of glucosinolate and lignin biosynthesis genes was increased at 12 hpi in resistant mutant sr,and the accumulation of glucosinolate and lignin also indicated that these genes have a functional defensive role against Pcc.Our study provides valuable information and elucidates the resistance mechanism of Chinese cabbage against Pcc infection.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.32002054,31930098,and 31801857)he National Key R&D of China(Grant No.2016YFD0100204-17)+2 种基金the Science and Technology Support Program of Hebei(Grant No.360108)the Natural Science Foundation of Hebei(Grant No.C2020204122)the International Cooperation Project in the Science and Technology Support Program of Hebei(Grant Nos.2019YX023A and 17396315D)。
摘要The agricultural and consumer quality of Chinese cabbage is determined by its shape.The shape is defined by the folding of the heading leaves,which defines the head top shape(HTS).The overlapping HTS,in which the heading leaves curve inward and overlap at the top,is the shape preferred by consumers.To understand the genetic regulation of HTS,we generated a large segregating F 2 population from a cross between pak choi and Chinese cabbage,with phenotypes ranging from nonheading to heading with either outward curving or inward curving overlapping heading leaves.HTS was correlated with plant height,outerosette leaf length,and petiole length.A high-density genetic map was constructed.Quantitative trait locus(QTL)analysis resulted in the identification of 22 QTLs for leafy head-related traits,which included five HTS QTLs.Bulked segregant analysis(BSA)was used to confirm HTS QTLs and identify candidate genes based on informative single-nucleotide polymorphisms.Interestingly,the HTS QTLs colocalized with QTLs for plant height,outerosette leaf,and petiole length,consistent with the observed phenotypic correlations.Combined QTL analysis and BSA laid a foundation for molecular marker-assisted breeding of Chinese cabbage HTS and directions for further research on the genetic regulation of this trait.
基金supported by the State Key Program of National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.31930098,31772324)Hebei Provincial Natural Science Fund for Distinguished Young(Grant No.C2020204063)+6 种基金Natural Science Foundation and basic research project in Hebei Province(Grant No.18966925D)the Innovative Research Group Project of Hebei Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.C2020204111)the Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Program of CAAS(Grant No.CAASXTCX2019025)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.31672151)the Science and Technology Support Program of Hebei(Grant No.16226304D-2)Science and Technology Research Project of Universities in Hebei Province(BJ2019020)the International Science and Technology Cooperation base Special Project of Hebei(Grant No.20592901D)。
摘要Flowering time is an important agronomic trait of Chinese cabbage with late flowering being a primary breeding objective.In our previous work,we obtained Chinese cabbage-cabbage translocation lines that contained several beneficial cabbage genes.Cabbage-specific molecular markers show that these genes were coming from chromosome C01 of cabbage.In this study,we investigated the inheritance of flowering time in a couple of translocation lines and analyzed the transmission rate of molecular markers in the offspring.Consequently,we obtained the late flowering Chinese cabbage-cabbage translocation line‘AT7–4’in which the flowering time was later than that of‘85–1’by about 7 days under 4-week vernalization.Based on previous studies of the genomes of Chinese cabbage and cabbage,we located the cabbage-specific molecular markers that were closely linked at the top of the chromosome A01 in the F2mapping population generated by self-crossing F1s derived from a cross between the translocation line‘AT7–4’and Chinese cabbage‘14–36’.Five flowering-related genes in the alien fragment were found by functional annotation and their molecular markers were developed.This study lays the foundation for the future improvement of Chinese cabbage varieties using A-C translocation lines.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.30400144
摘要Mutation of the DYT1 gene has been reported to cause early-onset primary torsion dystonia(DYT1)Due to DYT1 gene mutation,defective wild torsinA and the accumulation of mutant torsinA(GAG-deleted DYT1 gene encoded the mutant torsinA,torsinA&E)play an important role in DYT1 pathogenesis.Intracellular inclusion bodies are formed,and dopamine transport and release are disturbed by interfering functions of endoplasmic reticulum,nuclear membrane,and cytoskeleton of neural cells,resulting in DYT1 onset.Small interfering RNA could serve as a potential therapy for DYT1.However,the exact function of wild torsinA and the pathological effects of torsinAAE require further studies.
基金supported by the fundings from the National Natural Science Foundation of China (31930098,32172594)Hebei Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security (C20210363)+1 种基金Hebei Provincial Department of Science and Technology (216Z2904G)the Natural Science Foundation of Heibei (C2020204111).
摘要With the complementation of whole-genome sequencing of Chinese cabbage,it is necessary to develop genome-wide Simple Sequence Repeat(SSR)markers and analyse their characteristics,which will bring a revolution in the molecular marker-assisted breeding of Chinese cabbage.In this study distribution and characteristics of SSR loci in the genome of Chinese cabbage'Chiifu'was analyzed.Finally,a total of 173,892 SSR markers that occurred in 10 chromosomes were identified,and Perfect Repeat Motifs(P type)which is a main form of SSR loci with a mean distance of 1.89 kb/SSR was identified.Among them,mono-,di-,and tri-nucleotide repeat motifs were equally distributed across chromosomes compared with tetra-,penta-,and hexa-nucleotide repeat motifs.The largest proportion of SSR loci consisted of mono-and dinucleotide repeat motifs,which accounted for 93.04%of the total SSR loci.A/T and AT/TA were the most abundant motifs,accounting for 97.61%and 64.05%of the mono-and dinucleotide repeats,respectively.Furthermore,200 SSR markers were used for the amplification of 12 Chinese cabbage germplasm,in which 30 were highly polymorphic.These SSR markers were further used for the association analyses of flowering time of 190 Chinese cabbage accessions.The results revealed that 9 and 10 alleles were associated with bolting and flowering time,respectivley.The results show that development of SSR markers is feasible and useful in marker assisted selection of Chinese cabbage.
基金The Key-Area Research and Development Program of Guangdong Province under contract No.2020B1111010004the Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,China under contract Nos 201804010264 and 201804010372+2 种基金the Guangdong MEPP Fund under contract No.GDOE[2019]A41the National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract No.91951201the China Ocean Mineral Resources R&D Association Project under contract No.DY135-S2-1-05。
摘要Hydrothermal venting has a profound effect on the chemical and biological properties of local and distal seawater and sediments. In this study, lipid biomarkers were analyzed to examine the potential influence of hydrothermal activity on the fate of organic matter(OM) in surface sediments around Tianxiu Hydrothermal Field in the Carlsberg Ridge(CR), Northwest Indian Ocean. By comparing the biomarker distributions of the samples with that of other typical hydrothermal sediments in the mid ocean ridge, it is shown that the location of the samples is not affected by the hydrothermal activity. The relatively low abundances of terrestrial n-alkyl lipids and riverine1,15-C32 diol suggested a minor contribution of terrigenous OM to the study area. The bacteria contributed predominantly to sedimentary marine OM;however, other marine source organisms, e.g., eukaryotes(i.e.,phytoplankton and fungi) could not be completely neglected. The marine-originated biomarkers showed significantly variable distributions between the two sediments, suggesting different dynamic physical and biogeochemical processes controlling the fate of marine OM. This study identified various diagnostic biomarkers(5,5-diethyl alkanes, diols and β-OH FAs), which may have significant environmental implications for future works in this region.
基金the National Natural Science Foundationof China,No.30400144
摘要BACKGROUND:Primary dystonia is a heterogeneous disease,with a complex genetic basis.In previous studies,primary dystonia was classified according to age of onset,involved regions,and other clinical characteristics.With the development of molecular genetics,new virulence genes and sites have been discovered.Therefore,there is a gradual understanding of the various forms of dystonia,based on new viewpoints.There are 15 subtypes of dystonia,based on the molecular level,i.e.,DYT1 to DYT15.OBJECTIVE:To analyze the genetic development of dystonia in detail,and to further investigate molecular mechanisms of dystonia.RETRIEVAL STRATEGY:A computer-based online search was conducted in PubMed for English language publications containing the keywords"dystonia and genetic"from January 1980 to March 2007.There were 105 articles in total.Inclusion criteria:①the contents of the articles should closely address genetic classification and molecular mechanisms of primary dystonia;②the articles published in recent years or in high-impact journals took preference.Exclusion criteria:duplicated articles.LITERATURE EVALUATION:The selected articles were on genetic classification and molecular genetics mechanism of primary dystonia.Of those,27 were basic or clinical studies.DATA SYNTHESlS:①Dystonia is a heterogeneous disease,with a complex genetic basis.According to the classification of the Human Genome Organization,there are 15 dystonia subtypes,based on genetics,i.e.,DYT1-DYT15,including primary dystonia,dystonia plus syndrome,degeneration plus dystonia,and paroxysmal dyskinesia plus dystonia.②To date,the chromosomes of 13 subtypes have been localized;however,DYT2 and DYT4 remain unclear.Six subtypes have been located within virulence genes.Specifically,torsinA gene expression results in the DYTI genotype;autosomal dominant GTP cyclohydrolase 1 gene expression and recessive tyrosine hydroxylase expression result in the DYT5 genotype,respectively;the epsilon-sarcoglycan gene is involved in DYT11;Na^+/K^+-ATP enzymeα3 chain gene in DYT12;TATA-conjugated protein-associated factor 1 gene in DYT3;and myofibril regulatory factor gene in DYTS.③Different types of dystonia exhibit various clinical characteristics and specific clinical manifestations.④Many elements regarding the molecular mechanism of dystonia have been determined.However,many components remain poorly understood.For example,detailed pathogenesis remains unclear.Various forms of dystonia exhibit similar problems.Moreover,a single form of dystonia may be a result of two or more different chromosomal mutations.In addition,more studies are needed to fully understand chromosome apposition and virulence genes involved in dystonia.CONCLUSION:The discovery of virulence genes and localizations of newly classified forms of dystonia are beneficial to further understanding the molecular mechanisms of dystonia.
基金supported by grants from Hebei Province Innovative Team Construction Project for the Third Phase of Modern Agricultural Industry Technology System(HBCT2023100207)International Joint R&D Center of Hebei Province in Modern Agricultural Biotechnology,and the Post-graduate's Innovation Fund Project of Hebei(CXZZBS2019098).
摘要In eggplant(Solanum melongena.L),low light during cultivation often hinders proper pigmentation of fruit.While some varieties exhibit less susceptibility to low light for eggplant coloration,however,the genetic basis of such less-photosensitive fruit coloration remains unknown.In this study,we characterized a less-photosensitive eggplant cultivar‘609'.Under bagging conditions,fruits of‘609'exhibited purple coloration,albeit lighter than fruits grown under natural conditions.Genetic analysis showed that the less-photosensitive trait was controlled by a single dominant gene,designated SmLP.Based on BSA and genetic recombination analyses,SmLP was mapped to the 7.4−12.5 Mb region on chromosome 10.Within this genetic region,six genes with non-synonymous mutation and seven genes potentially involved in anthocyanin biosynthesis or light signal transduction were identified.Further RT-qPCR analysis revealed that only three out of these genes were differentially expressed in eggplant peel tissues.The three genes EGP21875,EGP21864 and EGP21911,encoding MYB domain protein 113,phototropic-responsive NPH3 family protein,and protein with unknown function,respectively,were considered as the putative genes associated with less-photosensitive anthocyanin biosynthesis in eggplant fruits.These results would provide great help in casual gene identification for less-photosensitive trait and promote an understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying less-and non-photosensitive coloration in eggplant.