Association between IL-4 gene polymorphisms, IL-4 serum levels, and ankylosing spondylitis
Authors: X.L. Liu, J.K. Ren and Y.L. Su
We aimed to investigate the effect of two common polymorphisms in interleukin-4 (IL-4) on serum IL-4 levels and the development of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in the Chinese population. A total of 420 inpatients and outpatients diagnosed with AS were enrolled as the case group, and 330 healthy volunteers were selected as the c.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(4):
- gmr15048898
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr15048898
Genetic variation among date plum (Diospyros lotus) genotypes in Turkey
Authors: N. Yildirim, S. Ercisli, G. Agar, E. Orhan and Y. Hizarci
Turkey is one of the most important genetic resources of the date plum, Diospyros lotus, especially in the northeastern part of the country. Authenticating the identity of germplasm resources of D. lotus would be of great value for breeding. We examined the genetic variability of 11 D. lotus genotypes sampled from Coruh Valley.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 9(2):
- vol9-2gmr787
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol9-2gmr787
Genetic variability analysis of Byrsonima crassifolia germplasm collected in Par�¡ State using ISSR markers
Authors: S.M. Rodrigues, E.F. Moura, G.K.S. Ramos and M.S.P. Oliveira
Native of the Amazon, the nanche (Byrsonima crassifolia) is a fruit cultivated by family farmers and used in cooking; as such, it represents an opportunity for regional agribusiness. The Embrapa Eastern Amazon set up an active germplasm bank (BAG) consisting of 22 accessions sampled in 11 municipalities of Pará State. D.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(4):
- gmr15048887
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr15048887
Genome-wide identification, classification, and analysis of heat shock transcription factor family in Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa pekinensis)
Authors: X.Y. Huang, P. Tao, B.Y. Li, W.H. Wang, Z.C. Yue, J.L. Lei andX.M. Zhong
Chinese cabbage (Brassica rapa ssp. pekinensis) is one of the most important vegetable crops grown worldwide, and various methods exist for selection, propagation, and cultivation. The entire Chinese cabbage genome has been sequenced, and the heat shock transcription factor family (Hsfs) has been found to play a central role in plant growth and developmen.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.March.27.5
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.March.27.5
Correlation between MTHFR gene methylation and pre-eclampsia, and its clinical significance
Authors: J. Ge, J. Wang, F. Zhang, B. Diao, Z.F. Song, L.L. Shan, W. Wang, H.J. Cao and X.Q. Li
We investigated the correlation between 5,10-methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) gene methylation and pre-eclampsia, and its clinical significance, by comparing methylation in the MTHFR gene promoter of the placenta and peripheral venous blood in pre-eclampsia and normal gravidas. We enrolled 259 gravidas from the People’s Liberation Army 20.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- 2015.July.17.10
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.July.17.10
Conventional and contrast-enhanced ultrasound assessment of craniocerebral gunshot wounds
Authors: D. Deng, G. Dan, J. Tao, X.-B. Wu, Z. Chen, M. Chang, M.-S. Liao and F. He
This study aimed to investigate the characteristic features of craniocerebral gunshot wounds by conventional ultrasound (CUS) and evaluate the efficacy of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) in differentiation of tissue condition in wounds. Twenty crossbreed dogs (treatment: N = 15; control: N = 5) were used in the study. Pipe-shaped hyperechoes of varyin.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(2):
- http://dx.doi.org/2015.April.13.14
- DOI:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.4238/2015.April.13.14
An exploratory survey of professionals on the use of stored tissue samples from minors for genetic research
Authors: K. Hens, J. Snoeck, H. Nys, J.-J. Cassiman and K. Dierickx
The ethical aspects of the use of stored tissue samples collected from minors are of topical interest. However, the views of professionals working in the field of genetics have not been investigated in depth anywhere. We conducted a survey among 194 such professionals in Belgium. This list was composed of the members of the Hi.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 9(2):
- vol9-2gmr781
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol9-2gmr781
Antioxidant activity, anti-proliferative activity, and amino acid profiles of ethanolic extracts of edible mushrooms
Authors: S. Panthong, N. Boonsathorn and S. Chuchawankul
Biological activities of various mushrooms have recently been discovered, particularly, immunomodulatory and antitumor activities. Herein, three edible mushrooms, Auricularia auricula-judae (AA), Pleurotus abalonus (PA) and Pleurotus sajor-caju (PS) extracted using Soxhlet ethanol extraction were evaluated for their antioxidat.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(4):
- gmr15048886
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr15048886
Characterization of a TIR-NBS-LRR gene associated with downy mildew resistance in grape
Authors: J.J. Fan, P. Wang, X. Xu, K. Liu, Y.Y. Ruan, Y.S. Zhu1, Z.H. Cui and L.J. Zhang
Grapevine downy mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola, is a devastating disease that results in considerable economic losses as well as environmental damage through the repeated application of fungicides. The nucleotide-binding site leucine-rich repeat gene family functions in plant immunoactivity against various pathogens and pests. In this study, the 5'.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- 2015.July.17.4
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.July.17.4
Calpain-10 gene polymorphisms and risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Mexican mestizos
Authors: V.J. Picos-CÃ?¡rdenas , E. SÃ?¡inz-GonzÃ?¡lez , A. Miliar-GarcÃ?Âa ,A. Romero-Zazueta, R. Quintero-Osuna, E. Leal-Ugarte,V. Peralta-Leal and J.P. Meza-Espinoza
The calpain-10 gene is expressed primarily in tissues important in glucose metabolism; thus, some of its polymorphisms have been associated with type 2 diabetes. In this study, we examined the association between the calpain-10 single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP)-43, SNP-19, and SNP-63 and type 2 diabetes in Mexican mestizos. We included 211 patients and.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.March.27.6
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.March.27.6