Plant Genetics
Morphological and molecular characterization of Cladosporium cladosporioides species complex causing pecan tree leaf spot
Authors: C. Walker, M.F.B. Muniz, J.M. Rolim, R.R.O. Martins, V.C. Rosenthal, C.G. Maciel, R. Mezzomo and L.R.S. Reiniger
The objective of this study was to characterize species of the Cladosporium cladosporioides complex isolated from pecan trees (Carya illinoinensis) with symptoms of leaf spot, based on morphological and molecular approaches. Morphological attributes were assessed using monosporic cultures on potato dextrose agar medium, which were examined for mycelial gr.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038714
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038714
Molecular cloning and functional characterization of cyclin E and CDK2 from Penaeus monodon
Authors: C. Zhao, M.J. Fuand L.H. Qiu
Reduced reproductive performance of the black tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) has caused economic losses and hampered the fishing industry. Detailed investigation of the molecular mechanism by which the cell cycle is regulated in this organism is needed to understand the development and maturation of ovaries and oocytes, with a view to improving reproducti.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038716
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038716
Expression analysis of self-incompatibility-associated genes in non-heading Chinese cabbage
Authors: L. Wang, C. Wang, T.T. Ge, J.J. Wang, T.K. Liu, X.L. Hou and Y. Li
In Brassicaceae, a self-incompatibility (SI) system mediates pollen-pistil interactions. Self-pollen could be recognized and rejected by incompatible pistils. Several components involved in the SI response have been determined, including S-locus receptor kinase (SRK), S-locus cysteine-rich protein/S-locus protein 11, and arm r.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.4.18
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.4.18
Efficient method of protein extraction from Theobroma cacao L. roots for two-dimensional gel electrophoresis and mass spectrometry analyses
Authors: F.Z. Bertolde, A.-A.F. Almeida, F.A.C. Silva, T.M. Oliveira and C.P. Pirovani
Theobroma cacao is a woody and recalcitrant plant with a very high level of interfering compounds. Standard protocols for protein extraction were proposed for various types of samples, but the presence of interfering compounds in many samples prevented the isolation of proteins suitable for two-dimensional gel electro.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.4.19
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.4.19
Identification and characterization of genes related to cellulolytic activity in basidiomycetes
Authors: A.F.N. Volpini, T. Thomazine, S.H. Umeo, G.A. Pereira, G.A. Linde, J.S. Valle, N.B. Colauto, F.G. Barcellos and S.G.H. Souza
Enzymes produced by basidiomycetes that are involved in the cellulose degradation process, and their respective codifying genes, must be identified to facilitate the development of novel biotechnological strategies and applications in the agro-industry. The objective of this study was to identify prospective cellulase-producing genes and characterize thei.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038722
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038722
Characterization and gene cloning of the rice (Oryza sativa L.) dwarf and narrow-leaf mutant dnl3
Authors: L. Shi, X.J. Wei, Y.M.N. Adedze, Z.H. Sheng, S.Q. Tang, P.S. Hu and J.L. Wang
The dwarf and narrow-leaf rice (Oryza sativa L.) mutant dnl3 was isolated from the Japonica cultivar Zhonghua 11 (wild-type). dnl3 exhibited pleiotropic developmental defects. The narrow-leaf phenotype resulted from a marked reduction in the number of vascular bundles, while the dwarf stature was caused by the formation of foreshortened internodes and a r.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038731
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038731
Analysis of pecan cultivars Mahan and Western in East China
Authors: X. Luo, Z. Li, Z. Sun and X. Wan
Pecan (Carya illinoensis) has been introduced to East China for over one hundred years, but its planting is still only occurring at a small scale. The key limiting factor is its low yield. To enhance the yield pecan in East China, two pecan cultivars, Mahan and Western, were examined. Twenty traits describing phasic development, yield, nut quality, and cu.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038732
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038732
Microsporogenesis analysis validates the use of artificially tetraploidized Brachiaria ruziziensis in breeding programs
Authors: C.M.P. Paula, K.G. Figueiredo, F. Souza Sobrinho, F.R.G. Benites, L.C. Davide1and V.H. Techio
The genus Brachiaria contains species that have great economic importance in the Brazilian agricultural sector, as they enable cattle ranching on acid and poor soils with species that are resistant to spittlebugs and form crop-livestock-forest integration systems. The genus mainly consists of tetraploid (2n = 4x = 36) and apomictic species such as B. decu.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038737
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038737
Physiological analysis and transcriptome comparison of two muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.) cultivars in response to salt stress
Authors: L.M. Wang, L.D. Zhang, J.B. Chen, D.F. Huang and Y.D. Zhang
Melon (Cucumis melo L.) is an important vegetable crop that ranks second in salt tolerance among the Cucurbitaceae. Previous studies on the two muskmelon cultivars ‘Bing XueCui’ (BXC) and ‘Yu Lu’ (YL) revealed that they had different characteristics under salt stress, but the molecular basis underlying their different physiological.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038738
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038738
Classification and phylogenetic analysis of Chinese hawthorn assessed by plant and pollen morphology
Authors: S.L.Y. Ma and Y.M. Lu
The Chinese hawthorn (Crataegus pinnatifida Bge. var. major N.E.Br.) is uniquely originated in northern China. The ecological and horticultural importance of Chinese hawthorn is considerable and some varieties are valued for their fruit or medicine extracts. Its taxonomy and phylogeny remain poorly understood. Apart from general plant morphological traits.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(3):
- gmr.15038739
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15038739