Genetics Studies

Regulatory effect of Balanites aegyptiaca ethanol extract on oxidant/antioxidant status, inflammatory cytokines, and cell apoptosis gene expression in goat abomasum experimentally infected with Haemonchus Contortus.

The study found that treatment with Balanites aegyptiaca fruit extract improved antioxidant levels and reduced inflammation and cell death in Haemonchus contortus-infected goats, suggesting a potential protective role.

Sedky D et al (2024).
Trop Anim Health Prod.
PubMed:
38963478

Genome-wide association study reveals marker-trait associations for major agronomic traits in proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.).

Researchers identified marker-trait associations in US proso millet, a valuable grain crop. This study provides genomic resources for breeding high-yielding, nutritious varieties, benefiting both agricultural and health sectors.

Khound R et al (2024).
Planta.
PubMed:
38963439

Participation of CWINV and SUS Genes in Sucrose Utilization in the Disruption of Cambium Derivatives Differentiation of Silver Birch.

Research on Karelian birch highlighted the importance of invertase and sucrose synthase in carbon distribution for woody biomass accumulation. Understanding these enzymes can improve timber quality and yield in forestry and bioenergy industries.

Moshchenskaya YL et al (2024).
Protein Pept Lett.
PubMed:
38963111

Exploring the diversity of galls on Artemisia indica induced by Rhopalomyia species through morphological and transcriptome analyses.

Researchers examined five insect-generated plant galls on one host plant, finding distinct vasculature and gene expression patterns. Understanding gall diversity can shed light on nutrient transport and organ development in plant-insect interactions.

Takeda S et al (2024).
Plant Direct.
PubMed:
38962171

Alfin-like (AL) transcription factor family in Oryza sativa L.: Genome-wide analysis and expression profiling under different stresses.

Scientists identified nine Alfin-like (AL) genes in rice that play key roles in stress responses and plant development. Understanding their functions could help improve stress tolerance in rice, critical for global food security.

Rahman JF et al (2024).
Biotechnol Rep (Amst).
PubMed:
38962072

Genome-wide identification and expression analysis of calmodulin and calmodulin-like genes in passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) and their involvement in flower and fruit development.

Researchers investigated the role of CaM and CML proteins in regulating passion fruit growth, stress responses, and other processes. Understanding these mechanisms can help improve crop productivity and quality.

Zhang D et al (2024).
BMC Plant Biol.
PubMed:
38961401

Characterization of the GGP gene family in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) and Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) and its expression analysis under hormonal and abiotic stresses.

Key enzymes GGP in potato and pepper play vital roles in plant growth and stress response. Different gene expressions and responses to phytohormones and stresses noted. Understanding these genes can help improve crop resilience.

Ding Z et al (2024).
Sci Rep.
PubMed:
38961199