Publications by authors named "Jianzhong Ni"
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- Understanding the genetic differences in flowering time and inflorescence structure can help researchers learn more about how new species form and improve breeding techniques.
- A study involving two closely related plant species revealed significant genetic differences in flowering time and flower count, particularly linked to large chromosomal inversions on chromosome 7.
- The research identified a total of 1,872 genes associated with flowering time and 680 genes related to flower number, indicating that complex genetic interactions and structural changes can complicate the identification of traits in these plants.
is popular in ornamental horticulture for its colorful bracts and excellent adaptability, but the complex genetic relationship among this genus is fuzzy due to limited genomic data. To reveal more genomic resources of , we sequenced and assembled the complete chloroplast (cp) genome sequences of 'Splendens'. The cp genome size was 154,869 bp in length, containing 86 protein-coding genes, 38 tRNAs, and eight rRNAs.
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- * Researchers used a method combining chemical co-precipitation and hydrogen reduction, coating WC powder with Co nanoparticles and varying cerium content to create WC-Co(Ce) hard alloy materials.
- * Results showed that introducing cerium enhanced mechanical properties, with flexural strength reaching 2487 MPa and impact toughness 36.1 kJ/m at optimal cerium levels of 0.5% and 0.6%, leading to superior performance in the final product.
The complete chloroplast genome sequence of a popular ornamental plant (Solanaceae: Petunioideae).
Mitochondrial DNA B Resour
September 2020
is a popular ornamental plant with colorful flowers. We present here the complete chloroplast genome sequence of . With a total length of 156,099 bp, it is comprised of a large single-copy (LSC) region of 86,695 bp and a small single-copy (SSC) region of 18,694 bp separated by two inverted repeats (IRs) of 25,355 bp for each.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCharacterization of the complete chloroplast genome of ornamental plant, (Nyctaginaceae).
Mitochondrial DNA B Resour
August 2020
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- The study focuses on a domesticated ornamental plant species for which research has been scarce, and it presents the first complete chloroplast genome for this plant.
- The chloroplast genome is 154,465 base pairs long, featuring a large single-copy section, a small single-copy section, and inverted repeats, along with 132 predicted genes (86 protein-coding, 38 tRNA, and 8 rRNA).
- Phylogenetic analysis based on the chloroplast genome sequences positioned the plant within the Nyctaginaceae family, indicating it diverged before two other related species with strong bootstrap support.
The complete chloroplast genome of a commercially exploited ornamental plant, (Caryophyllales: Nyctaginaceae).
Mitochondrial DNA B Resour
October 2019
is an ornamental plant that is domesticated in many tropical and sub-tropical countries. The focus on its breeding programmes has overshadowed genetic studies of this important species. In this study, we reported on the complete chloroplast (cp) genome of .
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe complete chloroplast genome of the lipstick tree, (Bixaceae).
Mitochondrial DNA B Resour
November 2018
is a small tree known for its red, oil-soluble pigment contained in the seed coat that is used as a natural dye and food coloring. In this study, we assembled and characterized the complete chloroplast genome of as a resource for future genetic studies. With a total length of 159,825 bp, the chloroplast genome comprised of a large single-copy (LSC) region of 89,476 bp, a small single-copy (SSC) region of 19,617 bp, and two inverted repeat (IR) regions of 25,356 bp each.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFNoble gas (41)Ar was measured with a 4πβ-4πγ coincidence system, in which gamma- and beta-rays were respectively detected with a well-type NaI(Tl) and plastic scintillator (PS) detector. The activity of (41)Ar was determined from an efficiency extrapolation method, in which the beta detector efficiency was varied by electronic discrimination using the software developed under Visual basic. In addition, high resolution gamma spectroscopy with HPGe detector was also used for activity determination of (41)Ar, and the result was satisfactory in agreement with that obtain by the efficiency extrapolation method.
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