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View article: Identification of key candidate genes regulating hundred-grain weight in the maize inbred line Ye107 from Southern China
Identification of key candidate genes regulating hundred-grain weight in the maize inbred line Ye107 from Southern China Open
A potential candidate gene regulating maize hundred-grain weight was identified in the Ye107 inbred line through a genome-wide association study and QTL mapping, providing insights for high-yield maize breeding. Hundred-grain weight (HGW) …
View article: Characterization of Ore‐Forming Fluids in the Lanuoma Sediment‐Hosted Pb‐Zn Deposit, Sanjiang Tethys Region, Southwestern China: Evidences From Fluid Inclusions, Rare Earth Elements, and C‐O‐Sr‐Nd Isotopes
Characterization of Ore‐Forming Fluids in the Lanuoma Sediment‐Hosted Pb‐Zn Deposit, Sanjiang Tethys Region, Southwestern China: Evidences From Fluid Inclusions, Rare Earth Elements, and C‐O‐Sr‐Nd Isotopes Open
The Lanuoma deposit, situated in the Changdu Basin of Southwestern China, is a unique sediment‐hosted Pb‐Zn‐Sb deposit. Three hydrothermal stages are present: (1) premineral stage, oolitic pyrite + calcite + gypsum + barite; (2) syn‐minera…
View article: eDNA Metabarcoding Reveals the Species–Area Relationship of Amphibians on the Zhoushan Archipelago
eDNA Metabarcoding Reveals the Species–Area Relationship of Amphibians on the Zhoushan Archipelago Open
The species–area relationship is important for understanding species diversity patterns at spatial scales, but few studies have examined the relationship using environmental DNA (eDNA) techniques. We investigated amphibian diversity on 21 …
View article: Variations in Genetic Diversity of Invasive Species Lithobates catesbeianus in China
Variations in Genetic Diversity of Invasive Species Lithobates catesbeianus in China Open
The introduction and subsequent range expansion of the American bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus) is part of a rising trend of troublesome biological invasions happening in China. This detrimental amphibious invasive species has strong ad…
View article: Research on preparation and related properties of macro–micro porous mullite ceramic skeletons <i>via</i> twice pore-forming technology
Research on preparation and related properties of macro–micro porous mullite ceramic skeletons <i>via</i> twice pore-forming technology Open
The macro–micro composite porous mullite ceramic skeletons were prepared using coal gangue and α-Al 2 O 3 as main raw materials via twice pore-forming technology. The main phase of the porous ceramic skeletons is mullite.
View article: Study of the Tribological Properties of Magnetic Fluid under the Surface Effects with Magnetic-pole Magnetic-groups
Study of the Tribological Properties of Magnetic Fluid under the Surface Effects with Magnetic-pole Magnetic-groups Open
The tribological characteristics of the magnetic fluid are studied with the change of multi-pole distribution in this paper. The maximum magnetic field strength and its gradient on the surface of the magnetic-group are analyzed by the fini…
View article: Identification of naturally occurring inhibitors in Xian-Ling-Gu-Bao capsule against the glucuronidation of estrogens
Identification of naturally occurring inhibitors in Xian-Ling-Gu-Bao capsule against the glucuronidation of estrogens Open
Xian-Ling-Gu-Bao (XLGB) capsule, a well-known traditional Chinese medicine prescription, is widely used for the treatment of osteoporosis. It could significantly increase the levels of estrogen in ovariectomized rats and mice. However, thi…
View article: The lubrication characteristics of magnetized journal bearings affected by magnetic fluids considering the elasticity of its liner
The lubrication characteristics of magnetized journal bearings affected by magnetic fluids considering the elasticity of its liner Open
In order to investigate the lubrication characteristics of journal bearings with the elasticity of liner affected by magnetic fluids, a theoretic computation model was developed based on magnetic fluids supporting force parameter ([Formula…
View article: Identification of an Exopolysaccharide Biosynthesis Gene in Bradyrhizobium diazoefficiens USDA110
Identification of an Exopolysaccharide Biosynthesis Gene in Bradyrhizobium diazoefficiens USDA110 Open
Exopolysaccharides (EPS) play critical roles in rhizobium-plant interactions. However, the EPS biosynthesis pathway in Bradyrhizobium diazoefficiens USDA110 remains elusive. Here we used transposon (Tn) mutagenesis with the aim to identify…
View article: Effectiveness of a Multifaceted Intervention for Prevention of Obesity in Primary School Children in China
Effectiveness of a Multifaceted Intervention for Prevention of Obesity in Primary School Children in China Open
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier: NCT03665857.
View article: Application of eDNA Metabarcoding for Detecting Anura on a Tropical Island
Application of eDNA Metabarcoding for Detecting Anura on a Tropical Island Open
As anuran biodiversity quickly declines, it is important to understand local patterns of anuran occurrence. However, the limitations of traditional sampling methods make anuran biodiversity surveys inadequate. Tropical environments are ric…
View article: Effect of induction remelting on microstructure and properties of hot spraying coating for high speed rolling mill bearings
Effect of induction remelting on microstructure and properties of hot spraying coating for high speed rolling mill bearings Open
In order to improve the microstructure and properties of hot spraying coating for bearing of high speed rolling mill,induction remelting was carried out on the Ni60A coating which was prepared on the surface of GCr15 Bearing Steel by high …
View article: Anthropogenic habitat loss accelerates the range expansion of a global invader
Anthropogenic habitat loss accelerates the range expansion of a global invader Open
Aim Understanding the patterns and correlates of the range expansion of established alien species is crucial for predicting invasion impacts and developing effective control strategies. With accelerating globalization, it is key to identif…
View article: Spatial Distribution Characteristics and Sources of Nutrients and Heavy Metals in the Xiujiang River of Poyang Lake Basin in the Dry Season
Spatial Distribution Characteristics and Sources of Nutrients and Heavy Metals in the Xiujiang River of Poyang Lake Basin in the Dry Season Open
In December of 2019, a total of 114 river water samples were collected from 38 sampling sites in the Xiujiang River of the Poyang Lake Basin for three consecutive days. The temperature (T), pH, dissolved oxygen (DO), chemical oxygen demand…
View article: Validating eDNA measurements of the richness and abundance of anurans at a large scale
Validating eDNA measurements of the richness and abundance of anurans at a large scale Open
In some situations, environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding is a more accurate tool for measuring species richness of a taxon than conventional methods. Whether this tool can reliably estimate the abundance of a taxon remains unresolved. We…
View article: Characterization of metabolic activity, isozyme contribution and species differences of bavachin, and identification of efflux transporters for bavachin-<i>O</i>-glucuronide in HeLa1A1 cells
Characterization of metabolic activity, isozyme contribution and species differences of bavachin, and identification of efflux transporters for bavachin-<i>O</i>-glucuronide in HeLa1A1 cells Open
Objectives Bavachin is a bioactive natural flavonoid with oestrogen-like activity. Here, we aimed to investigate its metabolic and disposal fates involving in CYPs, UGTs and efflux transporters. Methods Phase I metabolism and glucuronidati…
View article: Metabolism and disposition of corylifol A from <i>Psoralea corylifolia</i>: metabolite mapping, isozyme contribution, species differences and identification of efflux transporters for corylifol A-<i>O</i>-glucuronide in HeLa1A1 cells
Metabolism and disposition of corylifol A from <i>Psoralea corylifolia</i>: metabolite mapping, isozyme contribution, species differences and identification of efflux transporters for corylifol A-<i>O</i>-glucuronide in HeLa1A1 cells Open
Corylifol A (CA), a phenolic compound from Psoralea corylifolia, possessed several biological properties but poor bioavailability. Here we aimed to investigate the roles of cytochromes P450s (CYPs), UDP-glucuronosyltransferases (UGT…
View article: Metabolic expenditure and feeding performance in hatchling yellow pond turtles (Mauremys mutica) from different incubation temperatures
Metabolic expenditure and feeding performance in hatchling yellow pond turtles (Mauremys mutica) from different incubation temperatures Open
Growth rate variation of organisms might stem from a series of physiological changes induced by different environmental conditions. Hatchling turtles from different incubation temperatures frequently exhibited diverse growth rates. However…
View article: Propagule pressure and hunting pressure jointly determine genetic evolution in insular populations of a global frog invader
Propagule pressure and hunting pressure jointly determine genetic evolution in insular populations of a global frog invader Open
Islands are often considered to be more susceptible to biological invasions and to suffer greater impacts from invaders than mainland areas, and this difference is generally attributed to differences in species introductions, ecological fa…
View article: Gene pair based prognostic signature for colorectal colon cancer
Gene pair based prognostic signature for colorectal colon cancer Open
Background: The identification of high-risk colorectal cancer (CRC) patient is key to individualized treatment after surgery and reliable prognostic biomarkers are needed identifying high-risk CRC patients. Methods: We developed a gene pai…
View article: Environmental causes of between-population difference in growth rate of a high-altitude lizard
Environmental causes of between-population difference in growth rate of a high-altitude lizard Open
View article: Influence of magnetic fluids’ cohesion force and squeeze dynamic effect on the lubrication performance of journal bearing
Influence of magnetic fluids’ cohesion force and squeeze dynamic effect on the lubrication performance of journal bearing Open
Using the magnetic fluids containing polymer additives as the lubricant with couple stress, this article first develops the lubrication model of the journal bearing considering the couple interaction between its squeeze dynamic effect and …
View article: Resolving the complexity of vitellogenins and their receptors in the tetraploid Atlantic salmon (<i>Salmo salar</i>): Ancient origin of the phosvitin‐less VtgC in chondrichthyean fishes
Resolving the complexity of vitellogenins and their receptors in the tetraploid Atlantic salmon (<i>Salmo salar</i>): Ancient origin of the phosvitin‐less VtgC in chondrichthyean fishes Open
Egg yolk proteins are mainly derived from vitellogenin (Vtg), and serve as essential nutrients during early development in oviparous organisms. Vertebrate Vtgs are predominantly synthesized in the liver of maturing females, and are interna…
View article: Gene expression of the vitellogenins and the receptors during the annual reproductive cycle
Gene expression of the vitellogenins and the receptors during the annual reproductive cycle Open
Atlantic salmon belongs to the primitive group of protacanthomorph teleost and has two Vtg genes (VtgAsa and VtgAsb) and two VtgR genes (VtgR1 and VtgR2). The focus of our research was to characterize predicted salmon Vtgs and VtgRs by ali…