Structure Evolution of 2D Covalent Organic Frameworks Unveiled by Single-Crystal X-ray Diffraction.

We report 9 crystal structures of a two-dimensional (2D) covalent organic framework (COF), including the parent Py-1P, 5 derivatives formed by chemical reactions, and 3 dynamic states by solvent exchange/loss. Structure details of these porous crystals, including stacking mode, interlayer distance, pore aperture, and incline angle, before, during, and after conversion processes in solution, were unveiled by single-crystal X-ray diffraction with resolutions up to 0.85 Å.

Magnetic resonance imaging and next-generation sequencing for the diagnosis of cystic echinococcosis in the intradural spine: a case report.

Background: Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a parasitic zoonotic disease caused by the larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. The liver and lungs are the most common sites for infection. Infection of the intradural spine is rare.

Spirometra mansoni sparganosis identified by metagenomic next-generation sequencing: a case report.

A 30-year-old male patient had a cyst on the left hip and progressive enlargement for more than 2 months. Combined blood tests, magnetic resonance imaging, and pathology findings, cysticercosis infection was suspected. However, the treatment for cysticercosis was ineffective.

Complete chloroplast genome sequences of and var. (Balsaminaceae).

Both and . var. have potential to be exploited as ornamental plants, despite some of their morphological differences.

The complete chloroplast genome sequence of (Begoniaceae).

There are more than 2035 species (Begoniaceae) reported currently in the world. was found as a new species within a small area in Southern China. In this study, we are reporting for the first time its chloroplast genome for the purpose to compare with the chloroplast genomic data from other plant taxa which were closely related to this new species.

The genetic editing of via CRISPR/Cas9 accelerates the breeding of three-line hybrid rice with superior yield and grain quality.

Unlabelled: Grain size is one of the major traits that determine rice grain yield and quality. The gene is the first major quantitative trait locus (QTL) that was identified in regulating rice grain length and weight. It was reported that the allele with a mutation in the organ size regulation (OSR) domain of the protein produced longer grains.

The complete chloroplast genome sequence of (Begoniaceae).

L. (Begoniaceae) is the sixth largest genus in the world which consists of more than 2,039 species. Many species of have highly ornamental leaves and flowers, so they are mainly used for ornamental purposes, and some species can also be used as medicines or vegetables.

Comparative transcriptome analysis identified important genes and regulatory pathways for flower color variation in Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum.

Background: Paphiopedilum hirsutissimum is a member of Orchidaceae family that is famous for its ornamental value around the globe, it is vulnerable due to over-exploitation and was listed in Appendix I of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, which prevents its trade across borders. Variation in flower color that gives rise to different flower patterns is a major trait contributing to its high ornamental value. However, the molecular mechanism underlying color formation in P.

Fusarium species associated with leaf spots of mango in China.

Mango is one of the important commercially cultivated fruit crops in southern China. In continuing research on foliar diseases of mango in south of China during 2016-2017, leaf spot disease was common at all mango orchards investigated. The purpose of this study was to investigate Fusarium species associated with leaf spots of mango in the main production areas of China, and to identify them to species.

Identification and Characterization of Pestalotioid Fungi Causing Leaf Spots on Mango in Southern China.

Mango is an economically important fruit crop in southern China. However, leaf spots restrict the development of mango trees, reducing the yield and production. Pestalotioid fungi are one of the major agents causing leaf spots on mango.

Colletotrichum species associated with mango in southern China.

Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is an economically significant fruit crop in provinces of southern China including Hainan, Yunnan, Sichuan, Guizhou, Guangdong and Fujian. The objective of this study was to examine the diversity of Colletotrichum species infecting mango cultivars in major growing areas in China, using morphological and molecular techniques together with pathogenicity tests on detached leaves and fruits.

Development of SNP assays for hessian fly response genes, Hfr-1 and Hfr-2, for marker-assisted selection in wheat breeding.

Background: The Hessian fly response genes, Hfr-1 and Hfr-2, have been reported to be significantly induced in a Hessian fly attack. Nothing is known about the allelic variants of these two genes in susceptible (S) and resistant (R) wheat cultivars.

Results: Basic local alignment search tool (BLAST) analysis of Hessian fly response genes have identified three alleles of Hessian fly response gene 1 (Hfr-1) on chromosome 4AL and 7DS, and 10 alleles of Hessian fly response gene 2 (Hfr-2) on chromosome 2BS, 2DL, 4BS, 4BL, 5AL and 5BL.

Establishment of a special pathogen free Chinese Wuzhishan Minipigs Colony.

To meet the increasing demands of specific pathogen free (SPF) minipigs in biomedical researches, 8 pregnant Chinese Wuzhishan minipigs (WZSP) sows with clear background were chosen to obtain SPF WZSP by hysterectomy. At 111 ± 2 days of the pregnancy, piglets were aseptically taken out from the sows and artificially suckled for 40 to 45 days in the positive isolators. Then, the piglets defined as F0 were transferred to barrier environment and fed with standard feeds.

Biological Characteristics of Captive Chinese Wuzhishan Minipigs (Sus scrofa).

In order to meet the demands of experimental minipigs for biomedical researches, we have aimed at cultivating grazing Chinese Wuzhishan (WZS) minipigs and trying to make them useful and affordable since the 1990s. After more than ten years of captive cultivation following sound management practices and a rigorous selection program for fertility and litter size, we established an outbred WZS minipigs colony with a core group (14 males and 30 females) and an expanding group (20 males and 40 females). In 2010-2013 periods, extensive background data of this colony were recorded and analyzed.