Gene
Analysis of genetic variability of commercial melon cultivars using SSR molecular markers
Authors: N. Carvalho, F.M. Canela, P.H.S. Leite, M.A. Ferreira, V.R. Oliveira, M.F. Santos, N.O.S. Souza and G.S.C. Buso
Taking into account the scenario of melon production (Cucumis melo L.) in Brazil, it is notable the importance of the culture in the fruit market. The preference of the national market is concentrated in the fruits of the yellow type. Therefore, it is possible that the genetic base of the commercial cultivars is relatively nar.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039739
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039739
Mutational screening in the LDLR gene among patients presenting familial hypercholesterolemia in the Southeast of Brazil
Authors: G.A. Molfetta, D.L. Zanette, J.E. Santos and W.A. Silva Jr
Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a dominant, autosomal disease characterized by high LDL levels in blood plasma, and is caused by a defect in the gene encoding the LDL receptor (LDLR). The clinical diagnosis is based on personal and familial history, physical examination findings, and measures of high LDL cholesterol conc.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039226
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039226
Morphological diversity of cassava accessions of the south-central mesoregion of the State of Mato Grosso, Brazil
Authors: B.W. Zago, M.A.A. Barelli, E.S.S. Hoogerheide, C.L. Corr�?ªa,G.I.S. Delforno and C.J. da Silva
Genetic variability of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) in Brazil is wide, being this the result of natural and cultural selection during pre- and post-domestication of the species in different environments. Given the number of species of the genus found in the region (38 of a total of 98 species), the central region of Braz.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039725
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039725
Assessment of genetic diversity of a native population of Eplingiella fruticosa: a plant with therapeutic potential
Authors: D.C. Silva, L.E.C. Diniz, A.F. Blank, D.A.C. Nizio, J.A.O. Pinto, K.L.G. Pereira and M.F. Arrigoni-Blank
Eplingiella fruticosa (Salzm. ex Benth.) Harley & J.F.B. Pastore, ex Hyptis fruticosa Salzm. ex Benth. is an aromatic and medicinal plant of the family Lamiaceae, found mainly in regions with intense anthropic activity. Information on the genetic diversity of this species is scarce. However, it can be assessed using molecu.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039749
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039749
Polymorphisms of interleukin 6 in Down syndrome individuals: a case-control study
Authors: M.F. Mattos, L. Uback, P.M. Biselli-Chicote, J.M. Biselli, E.M. Goloni-Bertollo and E.C. Pavarino
Down syndrome (DS) individuals present impaired adaptive immune system. However, the etiology of the immunological deficiency in these individuals is not completely understood. This study investigated the frequency of interleukin 6 polymorphisms (rs1800795, rs1800796, and rs1800797) in individuals with DS and individuals witho.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039738
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039738
Evaluation of genotype x environment interactions in cotton using the method proposed by Eberhart and Russell and reaction norm models
Authors: R.S. Alves, P.E. Teodoro, F.C. Farias, F.J.C. Farias, L.P. Carvalho, J.I.S. Rodrigues, L.L. Bhering and M.D.V. Resende
Cotton produces one of the most important textile fibers of the world and has great relevance in the world economy. It is an economically important crop in Brazil, which is the world’s fifth largest producer. However, studies evaluating the genotype x environment (G x E) interactions in cotton are scarce in this country... Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039726
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039726
Analysis of Mendelian inheritance and genetic linkage in microsatellite loci of Eucalyptus urophylla S.T. Blake
Authors: S. Pupin, L.N. Rosse, I.C.G. Souza, J. Cambuim, C.L. Marino, M.L.T. Moraes and A.M. Sebbenn
Eucalyptus urophylla is an important species in the Brazilian forest sector due to its rapid growth rates and resistance to disease. The aim of this study was to verify Mendelian inheritance, genetic linkage, and genotypic disequilibrium for 15 microsatellite loci, with the goal of producing a robust set of genetic markers. Me.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039713
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039713
Isolation and characterization of polymorphic microsatellite markers for the chub mackerel (Scomber japonicus) and cross-species amplification in the blue mackerel (S. australasicus)
Authors: F.F. Chen, C.Y. Ma, L.P. Yan, H. Zhang, W. Wang, Y. Zhang and L.B. Ma
In this study, 10 polymorphic microsatellite markers were developed in Scomber japonicus and were examined on 30 individuals collected from the North Pacific. The number of alleles per locus ranged from 4 to 17. The observed and expected heterozygosities per locus ranged from 0.2759 to 0.8621 and from 0.43071 to 0.9177, respec.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039712
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039712
Analysis of genetic diversity of Hyptis pectinata (L.) Poit. plants using ISSR markers
Authors: R.B. Feitosa-Alcantara, A.V.C. Silva, A.F. Blank, C.S. Almeida, S.V. Alvares-Carvalho and M.F. Arrigoni-Blank
Hyptis pectinata, popularly known as ‘sambacaitá’ or ‘canudinho’, is a medicinal and aromatic species widely used in the Brazilian Northeast. In Sergipe, the excessive extraction of natural resources may reduce the genetic variability of native plants. Thus, molecular markers have frequently been.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16039603
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16039603
Genetic diversity analysis in Malaysian giant prawns using expressed sequence tag microsatellite markers for stock improvement program
Authors: K.H. Atin, A. Christianus, N. Fatin, A.C. Lutas, M. Shabanimofrad and B. Subha
The Malaysian giant prawn is among the most commonly cultured species of the genus Macrobrachium. Stocks of giant prawns from four rivers in Peninsular Malaysia have been used for aquaculture over the past 25 years, which has led to repeated harvesting, restocking, and transplantation between rivers. Consequently, a stock impr.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 16(3):
- gmr16035685
- DOI:
- 10.4238/gmr16035685