Conservation
Microsatellite markers reveal genetic divergence among wild and cultured populations of Chinese sucker Myxocyprinus asiaticus
Authors: W.W. Cheng, D.Q. Wang, C.Y. Wang, H. Du and Q.W. Wei
Studies of genetic diversity and genetic population structure are critical for the conservation and management of endangered species. The Chinese sucker Myxocyprinus asiaticus is a vulnerable monotypic species in China, which is at a risk of decline owing to fluctuations in effective population size and other demographic and e.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15027581
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15027581
Genetic structure of the threatened Hopea chinensis in the Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
Authors: N.T.P. Trang and L. Triest
Hopea chinensis Hand-Mazz (synonym H. hongayensis Tardieu), is a wind and insect pollinated species. It is a threatened species known only from two locations: Quang Ninh (Vietnam) and Guangxi (China). As an endemic species, it is worth preserving both for dipterocarp biodiversity, as well as for its medicinal use and economic .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15028103
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15028103
Isolation and characterization of polymorphic microsatellite loci in the sea cucumber Holothuria scabra
Authors: Z.B. Li1, G. Dai1, J.B. Shangguan, Y.F. Ning,Y.Y. Li, R.B. Chen, Y.S. Huang andY. Yuan
The sea cucumber Holothuria scabra is an endangered species. In this study, nine new polymorphic microsatellite loci were developed and tested in 30 individuals. The number of alleles ranged from 2 to 5, and the observed and expected heterozygosities ranged from 0.1200 to 0.7391 and from 0.2408 to 0.5983, respectively. No loci significantly deviated from .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(2):
- 2015.June.12.5
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.June.12.5
Population structure of jatropha and its implication for the breeding program
Authors: D.N. Santos, J.L. Ferreira, M. Pasqual, A.L. Generoso3, T.A. Setotaw, G.M.A. Can�§ado and W.A. Vendrame
Jatropha (Jatropha curcas L.) has potential as an oilseed crop that requires the development of technology for its exploitation. The objective of this study was to assess the population structure and the genetic diversity in jatropha accessions at a global level using simple sequence repeat (SSR) molecular markers. Jatropha accessions (N = 109) from 10 co.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(1):
- gmr.15017770
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15017770
Multi-objective optimization in systematic conservation planning and the representation of genetic variability among populations
Authors: S. Schlottfeldt, M.E.M.T. Walter, A.C.P. L.F. Carvalho, T.N. Soares, M.P.C. Telles, R.D. Loyola and J.A.F. Diniz-Filho
Biodiversity crises have led scientists to develop strategies for achieving conservation goals. The underlying principle of these strategies lies in systematic conservation planning (SCP), in which there are at least 2 conflicting objectives, making it a good candidate for multi-objective optimization. Although SCP is typically applied at the species leve.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(2):
- 2015.June.18.18
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.June.18.18
Development and characterization of microsatellite markers for Ulmus chenmoui (Ulmaceae), an endangered tree endemic to eastern China
Authors: Q.F. Geng, J. He, J. Yang, E. Shi, D.B. Wang, W.X. Xu,N. Jeelani Z.S. Wang and H. Liu
Ulmus chenmoui (Ulmaceae) is an endangered tree found on Langya Mountain, eastern China. To better understand the population genetics of U. chenmoui and conserve the species, we developed microsatellite markers. Using a suppression-polymerase chain reaction technique, 74 compound microsatellite primer pairs were designed. Twel.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15027985
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15027985
Use of microsatellite markers to assign goats to their breeds
Authors: R.S. Aljumaah, M.M. Alobre and R.M. Al-Atiyat
We investigated the potential of 17 microsatellite markers for assigning Saudi goat individuals to their breeds. Three local breeds, Bishi, Jabali, and Tohami were genotyped using these markers, and Somali goats were used as a reference breed. The majority of alleles were shared between the breeds, except for some that were specific to each breed. The Gar.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- 2015.August.7.16
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.August.7.16
Analysis of genetic diversity of Laeliinae (Orchidaceae) in the State of Sergipe using ISSR markers
Authors: M.F. Arrigoni-Blank, M.S. Santos, A.F. Blank, A.R.C. Rabbani, R. Silva-Mann, J.B. Santos, A.S. Costa and T.S.A. Menezes
The Orchidaceae represent one of the largest and most diverse families on the planet. However, this family is constantly threatened by predators and by the advancement of urban centers over its natural habitats. The objective of this study was to use inter-simple sequence repeat markers to evaluate the genetic diversity betwee.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 15(2):
- gmr.15027997
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr.15027997
Genetic differentiation in Aspidosperma polyneuron (Apocynaceae) over a short geographic distance as assessed by AFLP markers
Authors: J.O. Damasceno, E.A. Ruas, L.A. Rodrigues, C.F. Ruas, E. Bianchini, J.A. Pimenta3 and P.M. Ruas
Studies on intraspecific variation can contribute to the development of conservation strategies by identifying units of conservation for threatened species. Aspidosperma polyneuron is a tropical tree of seasonal semideciduous forests that is currently endangered and protected because it has been heavily logged for lumber, alth.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 10(2):
- vol10-2gmr1126
- DOI:
- 10.4238/vol10-2gmr1126
Genetic and morphological diversity of Moenkhausia oligolepis (Characiformes: Characidae) populations in the tributaries of the Araguaia River, Brazil: implications for taxonomy and conservation
Authors: T.J. Domingos, L.N. Moraes, R.M. Moresco, V.P. Margarido and P.C. Venere
Molecular genetic assessments that consider ecological information, in addition to endogamy levels, genetic diversity, and the genetic differentiation among species and populations, are particularly important for the conservation of biological diversity. Prime candidates for conservation genetic review are those subject to hum.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.September.29.11
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.September.29.11