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Transferability of microsatellite markers in Syagrus coronata (Mart.) Becc. (Arecaceae), an iconic palm tree from the Brazilian semiarid region
Authors: R.R. Simplicio, D.G. Pereira and A.M. Waldschmidt
The licuri palm Syagrus coronata plays a key role in the ecology and economy of Brazilian semiarid region. Nonetheless, genetic data about populations of this species are absent even though the intensive and uncontrolled exploitation since colonial periods has threatened the sustainability and viability of licuri populations. .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029699
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029699
Selection of candidate reference genes and validation for real-time PCR studies in rice plants exposed to low temperatures
Authors: P.A. Auler, L.C. Benitez, M.N. do Amaral, I.L. Vighi, G.S. Rodrigues, L.C. da Maia and E.J.B. Braga
Rice is a cereal that presents a great ability to adapt to different soil and climate conditions. However, as it is a tropical crop with C3 metabolism, it performs better in warm temperatures with high solar radiation. Tolerance to stress caused by low temperatures is a highly complex process that involves various metabolic pa.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029695
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029695
Genome-wide analysis of salinity-stress induced DNA methylation alterations in cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) using the Me-DIP sequencing technology
Authors: X.K. Lu, N. Shu, J.J. Wang, X.G. Chen, D.L. Wang, S. Wang, W.L. Fan, X.N. Guo, L.X. Guo and W.W. Ye
Cytosine DNA methylation is a significant form of DNA modification closely associated with gene expression in eukaryotes, fungi, animals, and plants. Although the reference genomes of cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) have been publically available, the salinity-stress-induced DNA methylome alterations in cotton are not well unde.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029673
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029673
Estimates of genetic parameters and genotypic values prediction in maize landrace populations by REML/BLUP procedure
Authors: D. Baretta, M. Nardino, I.R. Carvalho, A.J. de Pelegrin, M. Ferrari, V.J. Szareski, W.S. Barros, V.Q. de Souza, A.C. de Oliveira and L.C. da Maia
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in men and the second leading cause of cancer death in women worldwide. Fascin-1 and laminin-5 were associated with the invasiveness and prognoses of several cancers. The expression and the serum levels of fascin-1 and laminin-5 in patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029715
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029715
Isolation, diversity, and biotechnological potential of rhizo- and endophytic bacteria associated with mangrove plants from Saudi Arabia
Authors: F. Bibi, I. Ullah, S.A. Alvi, S.A. Bakhsh, M. Yasir, A.A.K. Al-Ghamdi and E.I. Azhar
Marine bacteria have been exceptional sources of halotolerant enzymes since decades. The aim of the present study was to isolate bacteria producing hydrolytic enzymes from seven different mangroves collected from the coastal area of Thuwal, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and to further screen them for other enzymatic and antifungal act.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029657
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029657
Differential gene expression in the peripheral blood of Chinese Sanhe cattle exposed to severe cold stress
Authors: Q. Xu, Y.C. Wang, R. Liu, L.F. Brito, L. Kang, Y. Yu, D.S. Wang, H.J. Wu and A. Liu
Livestock is an important food resource for the inhabitants of cold regions, such as northern Asia and alpine regions, where agriculture is limited. In these regions, cold stress largely affects livestock production, thereby reducing the productivity and survival of animals. Despite the importance of breeding cold-tolerant ani.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029593
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029593
De novo transcriptome assembly of sugarcane leaves submitted to prolonged water-deficit stress
Authors: A.A. Belesini, F.M.S. Carvalho, B.R. Telles, G.M. de Castro, P.F. Giachetto, J.S. Vantini, S.D. Carlin, J.O. Cazetta, D.G. Pinheiro and M.I.T. Ferro
Sugarcane production is strongly influenced by drought, which is a limiting factor for agricultural productivity in the world. In this study, the gene expression profiles obtained by de novo assembly of the leaf transcriptome of two sugarcane cultivars that differ in their physiological response to water deficit were evaluated.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16028845
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16028845
Identification of reference genes for RT-qPCR analysis in peach genotypes with contrasting chilling requirements
Authors: N. Marini, C.B. Bevilacqua, M.V. B�¼ttow, M.C.B. Raseira and S. Bonow
Selecting and validating reference genes are the first steps in studying gene expression by reverse transcriptase-quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). The present study aimed to evaluate the stability of five reference genes for the purpose of normalization when studying gene expression in various cultivars of Pru.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029666
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029666
Genetic divergence among corn hybrids and combining ability for agronomic and bromatological traits of silage
Authors: E. Gralak, M.V. Faria, A.S.T. Figueiredo, D.A. Rizzardi, M. Neumann, M.C. Mendes, C.A. Scapim and S. Galbeiro
We assessed the impact of genetic divergence and the ability to combine corn hybrids used for the production of silage on the agronomic and bromatological traits of silage quality. We evaluated 18 corn hybrids used as genitors in a circulant diallel scheme in which each genitor hybrid participated in 9 hybrid combinations, and.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029643
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029643
Cytogenetic aspects of a canine breast carcinosarcoma - a case report
Authors: C.S.D. Morais, P.R.A.M. Affonso, J.A. Bitencourt and A.A. Wenceslau
This study searched a rare and aggressive type of cancer in dogs and humans, the breast carcinosarcoma. Both clinical and pathological traits of mammary carcinosarcomas in dogs are similar to humans, such as infrequent occurrence, fast tumor growth, and unfavorable prognosis when compared to carcinomas. Other possible alterati.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029433
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029433