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Estimation of genetic distance between 10 maize accessions with varying response to different levels of soil moisture
Authors: M. Aslam, F.S. Awan, I.A. Khan and A.I. Khan
Ten maize accessions (NC-9, A50-2, M-14, B-42, NC-3, T-7, N-48-1, B-34, USSR, and WFTMS) were studied to estimate the genetic distance on molecular level by random amplified polymorphic DNA. These accessions were selected on the basis of their variable responses against different levels of moisture. Twenty-five primers were us.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 8(4):
- vol8-4gmr606
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol8-4gmr606
Molecular phylogeny of the Bactrian camel based on mitochondrial Cytochrome b gene sequences
Authors: L. Ming, L. Yi, FC. Guo, S. Siriguleng and J. Jirimutu
The Bactrian camel is an important domesticated animal providing milk, meat, and other products in desert countries. In this study, 111 individuals representing 11 domestic Bactrian camel breeds from China, Mongolia, Russia, and one wild Bactrian camel group from Mongolia were selected for the preparation of mitochondrial DNA. The 1140-bp fragments of the.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038983
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038983
Molecular characterization, tissue expression, and polymorphism analysis of liver-type fatty acid binding protein in Landes geese
Authors: Z. Song, D. Shao, X.X. Sun, J.W. Niu and D.Q. Gong
Liver weight is an important economic trait in the fatty goose liver industry. Liver-type fatty acid binding protein (L-FABP) is involved in the formation and metabolism of fatty acids. Thus, we hypothesized that sequence polymorphisms in L-FABP were associated with fatty liver weight in goose. We first isolated, sequenced, and characterized the goose L-F.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.23.12
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.23.12
Analysis of allopolyploidy-induced rapid genetic and epigenetic changes and their relationship in wheat
Authors: T. Qiu, Y.Z. Dong, X.M. Yu, N. Zhao and Y.F. Yang
We used the conventional and methylation-sensitive randomly amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) and inter-simple sequence repeat (ISSR) analyses to assess genome-wide changes and explore the relationships between genetic and epigenetic variations among individuals of a newly synthesized allohexaploid wheat line whose genomic cons.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029303
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029303
Comparison of DNA extraction methods for polymerase chain reaction amplification of guanaco (Lama guanicoe) fecal DNA samples
Authors: M.I. Espinosa, A. Bertin, F.A. Squeo, A. Cort�©s and N. Gouin
Feces-based population genetic studies have become increasingly popular. However, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification rates from fecal material vary depending on the species, populations, loci, and extraction protocols. Here, we assessed the PCR amplification success of three microsatellite markers and a segment of the mitochondrial control regi.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.23.13
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.23.13
A novel 3-base pair deletion of the CRYAA gene identified in a large Chinese pedigree featuring autosomal dominant congenital perinuclear cataract
Authors: X.D. Kong, N. Liu, H.R. Shi, J.M. Dong, Z.H. Zhao, J. Liu,J. Li-Ling and Y.X. Yang
Congenital cataract is caused by reduced transparency of the lens resulting from metabolic disorders during the fetal period. The disease shows great heterogeneity both clinically and genetically. We identified a 4-generation ethnic Han Chinese family affected by autosomal dominant congenital perinuclear cataract. The patients underwent full clinical and .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.23.16
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.23.16
Isolation and characterization of microsatellite loci for Cunninghamia lanceolata (Lamb.) Hook
Authors: Y.X. Li, Z.S. Wang, J.K. Sui, Y.F. Zeng, A.G. Duan and J.G. Zhang
As a result of human activities, wild populations of Cunninghamia lanceolata (Cupressaceae) have sharply declined in recent years. The development and implementation of a valid conservation strategy require a clear understanding of the genetic makeup of this species. Eleven polymorphic microsatellite loci were isolated and characterized from samples of 52.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(1):
- 2015.January.23.19
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.January.23.19
Duplication polymorphisms in exon 4 of �º-casein gene in yak breeds/populations
Authors: S. Pingcuo, J. Gao, Z.R. Jiang, S.Y. Jin, C.Y. Fu, X. Liu, L. Huang and Y.C. Zheng
The objective of this study was to compare 12 bp-duplication polymorphisms in exon 4 of the κ-casein gene among 3 breeds/populations of yak (Bos grunniens). Genomic DNA was extracted from yak blood or muscle samples (N = 211) and a partial sequence of exon 4 of κ-casein gene was amplified by polymerase chain reaction. A polyacrylamide gel elec.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- http://dx.doi.org/2015.August.28.8
- DOI:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.4238/2015.August.28.8
Integrated microRNA-mRNA analysis of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma
Authors: P.F. Liu, W.H. Jiang, Y.T. Han, L.F. He, H.L. Zhang and H. Ren
The main aim of this study was to explore the underlying molecular mechanisms and potential target molecules of pancreatic adenocarcinoma. The miRNA (GSE32678) and mRNA (GSE32676) expression profiles of patients with pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma and healthy controls were downloaded from the Gene Expression Omnibus database. Differentially expressed mi.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- http://dx.doi.org/2015.August.28.14
- DOI:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.4238/2015.August.28.14
Genetic diversity of yacon accessions using ISSR markers
Authors: R.M. Lorenzoni, F. Menine, E. Marques J�ºnior, F.L. Oliveira and T.C.B. Soares
Yacon cultivation has been intensified and the investigations of this crop have increased at the scientific, agricultural, and social levels because the roots of yacon show beneficial properties for human health, such as reducing cholesterol and glucose blood levels. Since the investigations involving yacon are very recent, th.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(2):
- gmr16029576
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16029576