Negligible additive effect of environmental concentrations of fragmented polyethylene terephthalate microplastics on the growth and reproductive performance of Java medaka exposed to 17β-estradiol and bisphenol A.

To investigate whether environmental concentrations of fragmented polyethylene terephthalate (PET) microplastics (MPs) have additional or combined effects on endocrine-disrupting activity, Java medaka (Oryzias javanicus) were exposed to 17β-estradiol (E2; 5, 10, 50, and 100 ng L), bisphenol A (BPA; 5, 10, 50, and 100 µg L), and E2 and BPA combined with PET MPs (1 and 100 particles L) for 200 days. The growth parameters, such as body length and weight, were significantly decreased by the highest concentrations of E2 and BPA. A significant reduction in egg production was observed in female fish exposed to BPA, with an additive toxic effect of PET MPs.

Chromosomal-level genome assembly data from the pale chub, (Jordan & Evermann, 1902).

The pale chub, (Cypriniformes; Xenocyprididae; homotypic synonym: ; Jordan & Evermann, 1902), is widely distributed in the freshwater ecosystems throughout East Asia, including South Korea. In this study, we constructed a genome assembly of to serve as a reference for fundamental and applied research. The assembly was generated using a combination of long-read Pacific Bioscience (PacBio) sequencing, short-read Illumina sequencing, and Hi-C sequencing technologies.

Hull-cleaning wastewater poses serious acute and chronic toxicity to a marine mysid-A multigenerational study.

We conducted a comprehensive assessment involving acute effects on 96-hour survival and biochemical parameters, as well as chronic effects on growth and reproduction spanning three generations of the marine mysid Neomysis awatschensis exposed to filtered wastewater to evaluate the potential impact of ship hull-cleaning wastewater on crustaceans. The analyzed wastewater exhibited elevated concentrations of metals, specifically zinc (Zn) and copper (Cu) and metal-based antifoulants, i.e.

Chronic effects of environmental concentrations of antifoulant diuron on two marine fish: Assessment of hormone levels, immunity, and antioxidant defense system.

The presence and toxicity of waterborne diuron in aquatic environments pose a severe threat to non-target organisms. However, the chronic impact of diuron in marine fish has been poorly investigated. In this study, we report the chronic effects (30 and 60 days) of environmentally relevant concentrations of diuron (0.

The complete mitochondrial genome of the terebellid polychaete (Polychaeta; Terebellidae).

Here, we sequenced and annotated the complete mitochondrial genome for the terebellid polychaete, (Malmgren 1866). The complete mitogenome of is 15,823 bp, with 33.4% A, 18.

Characterization and phylogenetic analysis of the complete mitochondrial genome of the firemouth cichlid, (Perciformes: Cichlidae).

Here, we report information on the complete mitochondrial genome of the firemouth cichlid, (Brind 1918). Illumina HiSeq genome sequencing produced the assembly of a circular mitogenome of 16,527 base pairs (bp) from consisting of 46.8% GC nucleotides, 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, and a putative control region as shown in the typical teleost gene composition.

First complete mitochondrial genome from family Moinidae, (Straus, 1820) (Cladocera; Moinidae).

We sequenced and annotated the complete mitochondrial genome for the freshwater water flea (Straus, 1820). This is the first mitogenome for the family Moinidae. The complete mitogenome of is 16,072 bp, with 35.

Reductive Transformation of Hexavalent Chromium in Ice Decreases Chromium Toxicity in Aquatic Animals.

In this study, the toxicity of hexavalent chromium [Cr(VI)] reduced by citric acid in ice was measured using representative aquatic model invertebrates (, rotifer, water flea, amphipod, and polychaete) and a vertebrate (zebrafish) by analyzing short- and/or long-term endpoints that are frequently applied to each animal. Cr(VI) reduction in the presence of citric acid was markedly enhanced in the ice phase compared to that in an aqueous solution through the freeze concentration effect. The highly concentrated Cr(VI) and citric acid in ice grain boundaries were also confirmed using cryogenic confocal Raman spectroscopy.

Complete mitochondrial genome of the six-line wrasse (Labriformes, Labridae).

Here, we report the complete mitogenome information of the six-line wrasse (Bleeker, 1857). Genome sequencing using the Illumina HiSeq platform allowed the assembly of a circular mitochondrial genome of 17,111 bp from consisting of 54% AT nucleotides, 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, and a putative control region in the typical Labriformes gene composition. The gene order of the mitochondrion was identical to that of the Labridae mitogenomes.

Chronic exposure to sublethal concentrations of saxitoxin reduces antioxidant activity and immunity in zebrafish but does not affect reproductive parameters.

Saxitoxin produced by dinoflagellates and cyanobacteria can be transferred to humans through intoxicated organisms such as fish, but limited research has addressed the adverse effects of this toxin on aquatic organisms. In this study, we measured the potential effects of a 90-day exposure to saxitoxin (0.1 or 1 µg·L  ) on body weight and length, antioxidant defense system, immunity, sex hormones, and genes involved in associated key metabolic pathways in zebrafish (Danio rerio).

The complete mitochondrial genome of (Perciformes: Cichlidae).

In this study, the complete 16,583 bp mitochondrial genome of (Poll, 1952) was determined from a specimen sourced from Lake Tanganyika. The mitogenome contains 37 genes [13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, and 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes] and a putative control region, which consists of 27.1% A, 27.

The complete mitochondrial genome of the terebellid polychaete (Terebellida; Terebellidae).

Here, we report the complete mitogenome information of the terebellid polychaete, (Schmarda, 1861). Genome sequencing by Illumina HiSeq platform permitted assembly of a circular mitochondrial genome of 15,628 bp from consisting of 67% AT nucleotides, 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 2 ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, and a non-coding region in the typical annelid gene composition. Gene order of the mitochondrion is identical to those of the Terebelliformia mitogenomes.

The dinoflagellate Alexandrium affine acutely induces significant modulations on innate immunity, hepatic function, and antioxidant defense system in the gill and liver tissues of red seabream.

Alexandrium affine is a global harmful algal bloom (HAB)-forming dinoflagellate. In this study, the effect of non-toxin-producing A. affine on the gill and liver tissues of red seabream, Pagrus major, was analyzed over 24 h exposure and 2 h depuration phases.

Characterization and phylogenetic analysis of the complete mitochondrial genome of the polychaete, .

In this study, we report the complete mitogenome sequence of the polychaete, (Sars, 1851). The circular mitochondrial genome is 15,696 bp in length and has an AT content of 66%. As in other polychaetes, the genome has 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, and a non-coding region.

Characterization of the complete mitochondrial genome of the scale worm, (Phyllodocida; Polynoidae) from the Beaufort Sea.

To increase the mitogenome data available for robust phylogeny, we sequenced the complete mitochondrial DNA of the scale worm (Sars, 1861) in the family Polynoidae of the order Phyllodocida. The complete mitogenome has 15,366 bp and has 28.9% A, 13.

LEP as a potential biomarker in prognosis of breast cancer: Systemic review and meta analyses (PRISMA).

Purpose: Obesity strongly affects the prognosis of various malignancies, including breast cancer. Leptin (LEP) may be associated with obesity and breast cancer prognosis. The purpose of our study was to determine the prognostic value of LEP in breast cancer.

Complete mitochondrial genome of the marine polychaete, (Phyllodocida, Nereididae) isolated from the Beaufort Sea.

Here, we present the first whole mitogenome sequence of the marine polychaete, , isolated from the Beaufort Sea. The mitochondrial genome of is 15,757 bp in length and consists of 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, 2 ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, and a non-coding region that is typical of polychaetes. GC content of the mitogenome is 37.

The first complete mitochondrial genome from the family Solasteridae, (Echinodermata, Asteroidea).

The common sunstar, , belongs to the family Solasteridae whose ordinal classification has been unstable. Here, for the first time, we assembled and annotated the complete mitochondrial genome of the common sunstar, Linnaeus, 1767. The circular genome of is 16,335 bp in length and contains 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, a control region, and large and small ribosomal subunits.

Complete mitochondrial genome of the lemon damsel, (Perciformes, Pomacentridae).

Bleeker, 1853 (Pomacentridae) is a bright yellow damselfish. Here, we assembled a complete 16,801 bp genome for mitochondrion by employing the Illumina MiSeq platform. The complete mitochondrial genome contained 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, and one putative control region.

Complete mitochondrial genome of the crinoid echinoderm, species (Echinodermata, Crinoidea).

In this study, we report the sequence of the mitochondrial genome (mitogenome) of the crinoid echinoderm, species (Echinodermata, Crinoidea). The complete mitogenome of sp. was 15,792 base pairs long and was composed of 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, and three regions of unassigned sequence (UAS) including one putative control region.

Complete mitochondrial genome of the marine polychaete (Phyllodocida, Nereididae).

To date, only five species are registered in the genus , and complete mitochondrial genome is reported in one species, . In this study, a complete 15,783 bp genome for the marine polychaete mitochondrion was assembled through Illumina HiSeq platform. The complete mitochondrial genome of contained 13 protein-coding genes (PCGs), 22 transfer RNA (tRNA) genes, two ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes, and one control region.

Prolonged exposure to hypoxia inhibits the growth of Pacific abalone by modulating innate immunity and oxidative status.

In aquatic animals, hypoxia is associated with growth retardation, impaired immunity, susceptibility to pathogens, oxidative stress, and mortality. However, the relative long-term effects of hypoxia on bivalves, including abalone, are not well understood. In this study, we examined the effects of exposure to hypoxic (2.