Animal Genetics
Inter-retrotransposon-amplified polymorphism markers for germplasm characterization in Manihot esculenta (Euphorbiaceae)
Authors: A.M. Oliveira-Silva, G.F. Silva, M.C. Dias, C.R. Clement and N.R. Sousa
Manioc, Manihot esculenta, is economically important in many tropical and subtropical countries. The genetic variability of the species has not been fully explored, and new information may help expand its use. Molecular markers based on retrotransposons have good potential for analysis of genetic diversity given their abundanc.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(2):
- http://dx.doi.org/2014.May.16.3
- DOI:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.4238/2014.May.16.3
Influence of animals obtained using embryo transfer on the genetic evaluation of growth in Simmental beef cattle with random regression models
Authors: R.R. Mota, P.S. Lopes, L.F.A. Marques, L.P. Silva,M. Concei�§�£o Pessoa, R. Almeida Torres, M.D.V. Resende
Weight records of Simmental beef cattle were used in a genetic evaluation of growth with and without embryo transfer (ET). A random regression model in which ET individuals were excluded (RRM1) contained 29,510 records from 10,659 animals, while another model that did not exclude these animals (RRM2) contained 62,895 records f.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 12(4):
- 2013.November.22.17
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2013.November.22.17
Genetic diversity and differentiation of exotic and American commercial cattle breeds raised in Brazil
Authors: B.S.A.F. Brasil1,2,3*, E.G.A. Coelho1*, M.G. Drummond1,2 and D.A.A. Oliveira1
The Brazilian cattle population is mainly composed of breeds of zebuine origin and their American derivatives. Comprehensive knowledge about the genetic diversity of these populations is fundamental for animal breeding programs and the conservation of genetic resources. This study aimed to assess the phylogenetic relationships, levels of genetic diversity.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 12(4):
- 2013.November.18.2
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2013.November.18.2
Cloning, characterization, and expression of the macrophage migration inhibitory factor gene from the Pacific white shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei (Penaeidae)
Authors: D.G. Zeng, A.Y. Lei, X.H. Chen
The macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is an important proinflammatory cytokine that mediates both innate and adaptive immune responses. In this study, we identified a homolog of MIF in the Pacific white shrimp Litopenaeus vannamei. The MIF cDNA contained a 363-bp open reading frame encoding a 120-amino acid protein .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 12(4):
- 2013.November.22.15
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2013.November.22.15
Association of novel single-nucleotide polymorphisms of the vascular endothelial growth factor-A gene with high-altitude adaptation in yak (Bos grunniens)
Authors: X.Y. Wu1,2, C.N. Liang1,2, X.Z. Ding1,2, X. Guo1,2, P.J. Bao1,2, M. Chu1,2, W.B. Liu1,2 and P. Yan1,2
Vascular endothelial growth factor-A gene (VEGF-A) is a key regulator of angiogenesis and an endothelial cell mitogen that plays an important role in high-altitude adaptation. In this study, we detected 2 novel single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) of VEGF-A by screening for genetic variation in 700 individuals of 3 domestic Chinese yak breeds - namely G.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 12(4):
- 2013.November.18.1
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2013.November.18.1
Transient increase in IL-1�², IL-6 and TNF-�± gene expression in rat liver exposed to gold nanoparticles
Authors: H.A. Khan, M.A.K. Abdelhalim, A.S. Alhomida, M.S. Al Ayed
Most studies have used in vitro systems to test inflammatory responses of nanoparticles; these may not reflect the real biological response of body organs. In fact, certain nanoparticles have provoked opposite effects under in vitro and in vivo conditions. Current understanding of the biocompatibility of gold nanoparticles is .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 12(4):
- 2013.November.22.12
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2013.November.22.12
Association of SIRT2 gene polymorphisms with body measurement and growth traits of Qinchuan cattle
Authors: L.S. Gui, W.C. Yang, C.P. Zhao, S.J. Wei, Z.D. Zhao and L.S. Zan
Silent information regulator 2 (SIRT2), a member of the Sirtuin family of class III nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide-dependent protein deacetylases, plays an important role in senescence, metabolism, and apoptosis. This study was conducted to detect potential polymorphisms of the bovine SIRT2 gene and explore their relationships with meat quality and bod.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(4):
Developmental changes in IGF-I and MyoG gene expression and their association with meat traits in sheep
Authors: W. Sun, R. Su1, D. Li, H.H. Musa, Y. Kong, J.T. Ding, Y.H. Ma, L. Chen, Y.F. Zhang and W.Z. Wu
In the present study, real time-polymerase chain reaction was applied to analyze the expression of IGF-I and MyoG genes in Hu sheep longissimus dorsi at different growth stages and their association with meat traits. Expression of the IGF-I gene in Hu sheep differed significantly between males and females at the two day-old (0.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(2):
- 2014.April.14.6
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.April.14.6
Estimates of genetic parameters for total milk yield over multiple ages in Brazilian Murrah buffaloes using different models
Authors: R.C. Sesana, F. Baldi, R.R.A. Borquis, A.B. Bignardi, N.A. Hurtado-Lugo, L. El Faro, L.G. Albuquerque and H. Tonhati
The objective of this study was to estimate variance components and genetic parameters for accumulated 305-day milk yield (MY305) over multiple ages, from 24 to 120 months of age, applying random regression (RRM), repeatability (REP) and multi-trait (MT) models. A total of 4472 lactation records from 1882 buffaloes of the Murr.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(2):
- 2014.April.14.7
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.April.14.7
Olfactory mucosal microstructural changes in a rat model of acute rhinosinusitis with dysosmia
Authors: J. Ye, J.P. He and Z.J. Liu
This study aimed to examine olfactory mucosal changes in a rat model of acute rhinosinusitis and to determine how acute rhinosinusitis induces dysosmia. Total 100 rats were divided into the experimental (N = 80) and control (N = 20) groups. An acute rhinosinusitis model was established in the experimental rats. From the experi.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(2):
- http://dx.doi.org/2014.May.16.11
- DOI:
- http://dx.doi.org/10.4238/2014.May.16.11