
Authors: H. Xing, B. Shao, Y.Y. Gu, Y.G. Yuan, T. Zhang, J. Zang, Y. Cheng
This study evaluates the relationship between the genotype and milk protein components in goats. Milk samples were collected from cloned goats and normal white goats during different postpartum (or abortion) phases. Two cloned goats, originated from the same somatic line of goat mammary gland epithelial cells, and three sexual.. Read More»
Authors: D. Elleder and J. Hejnar
Dear Editor, A recent paper in the GMR Journal (Zhu et al., 2015) reported the discovery of endogenous avian sarcoma and leukosis virus (enASLV) in the domestic goose (Anser anser domesticus) genome. The discovery was based on PCR detection of a single viral gene (gag). This would be a very surprising finding, as ASLV-related endogenous retroviruses have .. Read More»
Authors: Y.P. Liu
Dear Editor, I should thank to the questioner and these questions are very valuable. Here, I want to give some opinions for it. In letter, questioner mentions that the gag sequences we got are too homologous with chicken sequence, unlike other Galliformes birds. Actually, endogenous avian sarcoma and leukosis virus (enASLV) sequences are variable in the G.. Read More»
Authors: E. D?¼sman, I.V. Almeida, R.G. Mariucci, M.S. Mantovani andV.E.P. Vicentini
Fluoxetine, commonly known as Prozac, is the first representative of the so-called new generation of antidepressants that promise efficacy, with few side effects, against deep depression, nervous bulimia, and anxiety. As there is a growing number of people suffering from anxiety and depression; consequently, the use of fluoxet.. Read More»
Authors: W. Xu, G.X. Tong, L.W. Geng and H.F. Jiang
The aim of this study was to investigate the genetic mechanism of the transparent trait in transparent crucian carp. We observed body color development in transparent crucian carp larvae and analyzed heredity of color in hybrids produced with red crucian carp, ornamental carp, and red purse carp. The results showed that the body color of the newly hatched.. Read More»
Authors: T.N. Mahmoud, P.F. Lin, F.L. Chen, J.H. Zhou, X.G. Wang, N. Wang, X. Li andY.P. Jin
In regard to the affiliation mistake that was made during our correspondence in our manuscript, we write this letter in order to correct it as per my PhD requirements and this is the Final decision as I have no other option. The correction is only in the affiliation and should be: T.N. Mahmoud1,2, P.F. Lin1, F.L. Chen1, J.H. Zhou1, X.G. Wang1, N. Wang1, X.. Read More»
Authors: G.A. Carvalho-Zilse, M.F.F. Costa-Pinto, C.G. Nunes-Silva, W.E. Kerr
Many factors have contributed to reductions in wild populations of stingless bees, such as: deforestation, displacement and destruction of nests by honey gatherers, as well as use of insecticides and other agrochemicals. All of these can potentially affect the populational structure of native species. We analyzed genetic varia.. Read More»
Authors: H.L. Yang, Z.Q. Feng, S.Q. Zeng, S.M. Li, Q. Zhu and Y.P. Liu
Tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated factor 3 (TRAF3) is a crucial regulator that suppresses c-Jun N-terminal kinase and non-canonical nuclear factor-kB signaling, but facilitates type I interferon production. To determine TRAF3 function in innate immune responses among birds, particularly chicken, we cloned and characterized the chicken TRAF3 gene (.. Read More»
Authors: Q. Li, Y.L. Wang, J. Xie, W.J. Sun, M. Zhu, L. He and Q. Wang
DDX6 belongs to a family of DEAD-box RNA helicases, which are RNA splicing proteins that ensure the correct folding and structure of mature RNA. Gametogenesis requires the participation of many kinds of RNA. To explore its functions during Eriocheir sinensis gametogenesis, we cloned a full-length DDX6 cDNA sequence from E. sinensis (Es-DDX6) which contain.. Read More»
Authors: G.B. Mour?£o, J.B.S. Ferraz2, J.P. Eler2, R.S. Bueno3, J.C.C. Balieiro2, E.C. Mattos2 and L.G.G. Figueiredo4
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the heterosis effects on weaning weight at 205 days (WW, n = 146,464), yearling weight at 390 days (YW, n = 69,315) and weight gain from weaning to yearling (WG, n = 59,307) in composite beef cattle. The fixed models were: RM, which included contemporary groups, class of age of dam, outcrossing percentages for .. Read More»