Exploring plant-based dengue therapeutics: from laboratory to clinic.

Dengue virus (DENV) is a mosquito-borne virus that causes dengue fever, a significant public health concern in many tropical and subtropical regions. Dengue is endemic in more than 100 countries, primarily in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Each year, up to 400 million people get infected with dengue.

The Potential Habitat Response of to Climate Change.

, a valuable timber species in China, holds significant importance for understanding the constraints imposed by climate change on the dynamic geographic distribution of tree species. This study utilized the MaxEnt maximum entropy model to reconstruct the migratory dynamics of geographical distribution since the Last Glacial Maximum. The objective was to comprehend the restrictive mechanisms of environmental factors on its potential geographical distribution, aiming to provide insights for mid-to-long-term afforestation planning of .

Genome mining of WOX-ARF gene linkage in underpinned cambial activity associated with IAA induction.

As an upright tree with multifunctional economic application, is an excellent choice in modern forestry from Lauraceae. The growth characteristics is of great significance for its molecular breeding and improvement. However, there still lack the information of WUSCHEL-related homeobox () and Auxin response factor () gene family, which were reported as specific transcription factors in plant growth as well as auxin signaling.

Biochar Effectively Promoted Growth of by Affecting the Soil Physicochemical Properties.

Biochar is regarded as a soil improvement material possessing superior physical and chemical properties that can effectively enhance plant growth. However, there exists a paucity of research examining the efficacy of biochar in supplanting traditional materials and its subsequent impact on the growth of , which is currently domesticated as fruit ornamentals. In this study, the mechanism of biochar's effect on was analyzed by controlled experiments.

Screening of sugarcane germplasm against Sporisorium scitamineum and its effects on setts germination and tillering.

Sugarcane smut is the most damaging disease that is present almost across the globe, causing mild to severe yield losses depending upon the cultivar types, pathogen races and climatic conditions. Cultivation of smut-resistant cultivars is the most feasible and economical option to mitigate its damages. Previous investigations revealed that there is a scarcity of information on early detection and effective strategies to suppress etiological agents of smut disease due to the characteristics overlapping within species complexes.

Integrated proteomic, transcriptomic, and metabolomic profiling reveals that the gibberellin-abscisic acid hub runs flower development in the Chinese orchid .

The seasonal flowering Chinese produce an axillary floral meristem and require a dormancy period during cold conditions for flower development. However, the bud activation mechanism remains elusive. This study evaluates the multi-omics across six stages of flower development, along with functional analysis of core genes to decipher the innate mechanism of floral bud initiation and outgrowth in the Chinese orchid .

A 49-bp deletion of results in a double flower phenotype in .

The double flower is an important trait with substantial ornamental value. While mutations in TOE-type or () genes play a crucial role in enhancing petal number in ornamental plants, the complete mechanism underlying the formation of double flowers remains to be fully elucidated. Through the application of bulked segregant analysis (BSA), we identified a novel gene, (), characterized by a 49-bp deletion in double-flowered .

General Analysis of Heat Shock Factors in the Genome Provided Insights into Their Evolution and Special Roles with Response to Temperature.

Heat shock factors (s) are the key regulators of heat stress responses and play pivotal roles in tissue development and the temperature-induced regulation of secondary metabolites. In order to elucidate the roles of s in , we conducted a genome-wide identification of genes and predicted their functions based on their structural features and splicing patterns. Our results revealed 22 family members, with each gene containing more than one intron.

A Comprehensive Analysis of Auxin Response Factor Gene Family in Genome.

Auxin Response Factors (ARFs) mediate auxin signaling and govern diverse biological processes. However, a comprehensive analysis of the ARF gene family and identification of their key regulatory functions have not been conducted in , leading to a weak understanding of further use and development for this functional shrub. In this study, we successfully identified a total of 27 members of the ARF gene family in and classified them into Class I-III.

The Transcription Factors in Current Jasmine Genomes: Identification, Characterization, Evolution and Expressions.

Jasmine, a recently domesticated shrub, is renowned for its use as a key ingredient in floral tea and its captivating fragrance, showcasing significant ornamental and economic value. When cultivated to subtropical zone, a significant abiotic stress adaptability occurs among different jasmine varieties, leading to huge flower production changes and plantlet survival. The bZIP transcription factors (TFs) are reported to play indispensable roles in abiotic stress tolerance.

The Genome-Level Survey of the WOX Gene Family in Lour.

Though conserved in higher plants, the WOX transcription factors play crucial roles in plant growth and development of Lour., which shows pioneer position in land ecosystem formation and produces nutritional fruits. Identifying the family genes in is imperative for elucidating its growth and development mechanisms.

Optimizing Sugarcane Growth, Yield, and Quality in Different Ecological Zones and Irrigation Sources Amidst Environmental Stressors.

The imbalanced use of fertilizers and irrigation water, particularly supplied from groundwater, has adversely affected crop yield and harvest quality in sugarcane ( L.). In this experiment, we evaluated the impact of potassium (K) and micronutrients [viz.

Genome-based identification of the CYP75 gene family in Orchidaceae and its expression patterns in .

With a great diversity of species, Orchidaceae stands out as an essential component of plant biodiversity, making it a primary resource for studying angiosperms evolution and genomics. This study focuses on 13 published orchid genomes to identify and analyze the CYP75 gene family belonging to the cytochrome P450 superfamily, which is closely related to flavonoid biosynthetic enzymes and pigment regulation. We found 72 s in the 13 orchid genomes and further classified them into two classes: CYP75A and CYP75B subfamily, the former synthesizes blue anthocyanins, while the latter is involved in the production of red anthocyanins.

Genome-Wide Identification of TCP Gene Family in and Their Expression Patterns in .

The TCP gene family are plant-specific transcription factors that play important roles in plant growth and development. , , and are orchids with a high ornamental value, but few studies have investigated the specific functions of s in flower development. In this study, we used these three species to analyze s, examining their physicochemical properties, phylogenetic relationships, gene structures, and expression profiles.

Genome-Wide Analysis of WUSCHEL-Related Homeobox Gene Family in Sacred Lotus ().

WUSCHEL-related homeobox (WOX) is a plant-specific transcription factor (TF), which plays an essential role in the regulation of plant growth, development, and abiotic stress responses. However, little information is available on the specific roles of WOX TFs in sacred lotus (), which is a perennial aquatic plant with important edible, ornamental, and medicinal values. We identified 15 WOX TFs distributing on six chromosomes in the genome of .

Research Progress on Anthocyanin-Mediated Regulation of 'Black' Phenotypes of Plant Organs.

The color pattern is one of the most important characteristics of plants. Black stands out among the vibrant colors due to its rare and distinctive nature. While some plant organs appear black, they are, in fact, dark purple.

Research advances on the gene regulation of floral development and color in orchids.

Orchidaceae is one of the largest monocotyledon families and contributes significantly to worldwide biodiversity, with value in the fields of landscaping, medicine, and ecology. The diverse phenotypes and vibrant colors of orchid floral organs make them excellent research objects for investigating flower development and pigmentation. In recent years, a number of orchid genomes have been published, laying the molecular foundation for revealing flower development and color presentation.

Comparative Phylogenetic Analysis for (Aeridinae, Orchidaceae) Based on Six Complete Plastid Genomes.

Lour. (Orchidaceae, Aeridinae) is a group of epiphytic orchids with high ornamental value, mainly distributed in tropical and subtropical forests, that comprises approximately 20 species. The species are of great value in floriculture and garden designing because of their beautiful flower shapes and colors.

Genome-Wide Identification of the YABBY Gene Family in Orchids and Its Expression Patterns in .

The small plant-specific YABBY gene family plays key roles in diverse developmental processes in plants. , , and are perennial herbaceous plants belonging to Orchidaceae with a high ornamental value. However, the relationships and specific functions of the YABBY genes in the species remain unknown.

Genome-Wide Identification and Expression Analysis of the SPL Gene Family in Three Orchids.

transcription factors regulate important processes such as plant growth and development, metabolic regulation, and abiotic stress. They play crucial roles in the development of flower organs. However, little is known about the characteristics and functions of the s in the Orchidaceae.

Diploid and tetraploid genomes of Acorus and the evolution of monocots.

Monocots are a major taxon within flowering plants, have unique morphological traits, and show an extraordinary diversity in lifestyle. To improve our understanding of monocot origin and evolution, we generate chromosome-level reference genomes of the diploid Acorus gramineus and the tetraploid Ac. calamus, the only two accepted species from the family Acoraceae, which form a sister lineage to all other monocots.