Genetic diversity and population structure of Castanopsis eyrei based on simple sequence repeat markers
Authors: L.H. Mao, X.L. Zhou and Y.M. Fang
Castanopsis eyrei (Fagaceae) is one of the dominant tree species in mid-subtropical, evergreen, broad-leaved forests. We obtained 14 pairs of simple sequence repeat (SSR) primers from previous studies, which were used to analyze 90 C. eyrei individuals from three populations at different altitudes. Low heterozygosity was detec.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028256
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028256
Repellent effects of various cherry tomato accessions on the two-spotted spider mite Tetranychus urticae Koch (Acari: Tetranychidae)
Authors: T. Lucini, J.T.V. Resende, J.R.F. Oliveira, C.J. Scabeni, A.R. Zeist and N.C.V. Resende
Several studies have been conducted on resistance sources to improve the genetic resistance of farm-grown tomatoes to arthropod pests, including phytophagous mites. In the present study, we evaluate the behavior of the two-spotted spider mite on different cherry tomato accessions to identify possible sources of resistance (rep.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15017736
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15017736
Hemerythrin is required for Aeromonas hydraphlia to survive in the macrophages of Anguilla japonica
Authors: W.B. Zeng, W.B. Chen, Q.P. Yan, G.F. Lin and Y.X. Qin
Survival in host phagocytes is an effective strategy for pathogenic microbes to spread. To understand the mechanisms of Aeromonas hydrophila survival within host macrophages, a library of mini-Tn10 transposon insertion mutants was constructed. The M85 mutant, whose survival in host macrophages was only 23.1% of that of the wil.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028074
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028074
Immune function of nonparenchymal liver cells
Authors: X.K. Xing, H.Y. Wu, H.G. Feng and Z.Q. Yuan
The liver is the human body largest digestive and metabolic organ, and a very important immune organ. This paper discusses the location and morphology of hepatic sinusoidal endothelial cells, dendritic cells, hepatic stellate cells, and Kupffer cells in the liver and their role in regulating immune functions. Therefore, here we provide a preliminary under.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15018524
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15018524
Clinical features of allergic rhinitis in children of Shanghai, China
Authors: S. He, Y.J. Li and J. Chen
The aims of the current study were to assess the clinical features of allergic rhinitis (AR) in children in Shanghai. Serum-specific IgE (sIgE) tests were performed on samples from patients with AR symptoms from January 2011 to December 2014. A disease-related questionnaire was completed after AR diagnosis. The allergen profil.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028118
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028118
A rare case of trisomy 11q23.3-11q25 and trisomy 22q11.1-22q11.21
Authors: P.-S. Zou, H.-F. Li, L.-S. Chen, M. Ma1, X.-H. Chen, D. Xue and D.-H. Cao
Partial duplication of the long arm of chromosome 11 and the partial trisomy of 22q are uncommon karyotypic abnormalities. Here, we report the case of a 6-year-old girl who showed partial trisomy of 11q and 22q, as a result of a maternal balanced reciprocal translocation (11;22), and exhibited dysmorphic features, severe intel.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028140
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028140
Inference of genetic diversity in popcorn S3 progenies
Authors: G.F. Pena, A.T. do Amaral Jr, R.M. Ribeiro, H.C.C. Ramos,M.S.B. Boechat, J.S. Santos, G.S. Mafra, S.H. Kamphorst, V.J. de Lima, M. Vivas and G.A. de Souza Filho
Molecular markers are a useful tool for identification of complementary heterotic groups in breeding programs aimed at the production of superior hybrids, particularly for crops such as popcorn in which heterotic groups are not well-defined. The objective of the present study was to analyze the genetic diversity of 47 genotype.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028456
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028456
Acrocomia emensis (Arecaceae) genetic structure and diversity using SSR molecular markers
Authors: D.S. Neiva, A.F. Melo J�ºnior, D.A. Oliveira, V.A. Royo, M.M. Brand�£o and E.V. Menezes
Acrocomia emensis, popularly known as the creeping tucum, belongs to the family Arecaceae, and is an oilseed specie of the Brazilian Savannah. The expansion of agricultural activity has rapidly destroyed its natural habitat, leading to a decrease in its population size. Genetic studies can be used to investigate the genetic variability, and may assist wit.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15017785
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15017785
WNT10A polymorphism may be a risk factor for non-syndromic hypodontia
Authors: S.J. Zhang and Z.Z. Wu2
This study was designed to determine whether polymorphisms in the gene wingless-type MMTV integration site family, member 10A (WNT10A) are associated with non-syndromic hypodontia (tooth agenesis). A case-control study was performed involving 129 subjects with sporadic non-syndromic hypodontia (cases) and 218 healthy individuals (controls). DNA was obtain.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15016033
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15016033
Nucleotide variation in the Toxoplasma gondii micronemal protein 8 gene
Authors: Z.Y. Li, H.Q. Song, C.R. Wang and X.Q. Zhu
Toxoplasma gondii is a successful opportunistic protozoan distributed worldwide, which can infect all vertebrates, leading to serious infection, blindness, and abortion. Micronemal (MIC) proteins are critically important for T. gondii infection, as they participate in various stages of the Toxoplasma life cycle, including inva.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028578
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028578