Publications by authors named "Shuqi Dong"

Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) is one of the most ancient cultivated cereal crops and is ideal for the functional genomics of the Panicoideae crops. In the present study, we generated an F population consisting of 300 individuals by crossing an elite foxtail millet variety Jingu28 with a backbone line Ai88, and constructed a genetic linkage map with 213 published SSR markers and two InDel markers. Quantitative trait locus (QTL) mapping identified 46 QTL for 12 agronomic traits, including 13 major effect QTL.

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The mung bean ( (Linn) Wilczek.) is a major grain crop in China, but its yield is significantly impacted by weeds. However, no pre-emergence herbicides are registered for mung bean fields in the China Pesticide Information Network.

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Backgrounds: Adapter proteins (APs) complex is a class of heterotetrameric complexes comprising of 4-subunits with important regulatory functions in eukaryotic cell membrane vesicle trafficking. Foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.) is a significant C model plant for monocotyledon studies, and vesicle trafficking may plays a crucial role in various life activities related to growth and development.

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Pollen development and germination play a crucial role in the sexual reproduction of plants. This study analysis of transcriptional dynamics of foxtail millet pollen with other tissues and organs (ovule, glume, seedling and root) through RNA-sequencing revealed that a total of 940 genes were up-regulated in foxtail millet pollen. Based on this, we analyzed the genes involved in pollen tube growth of receptor kinases and small peptides, calcium signaling, small G proteins, vesicle transport, cytoskeleton, cell wall correlation, and transcription factors that are up-regulated in pollen.

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Crop rotation can affect crop productivity and soil characteristics; however, the impact of preceding crops on the yield and quality of foxtail millet and the relationship between these two factors have not been well characterised. To further investigate the effects of preceding crops on foxtail millet, this study cultivated maize, mung beans, soybeans, potatoes, and proso millet as the preceding crops and rotated them with Zhangzagu10 foxtail millet. A randomised complete block design was employed for the study, and soil and millet samples were collected after harvest.

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Phenolic polymers with catechol groups easily undergo oxidative crosslinking. Through the incorporation of pendant amide groups, the thermal stability of linear phenolic polymers with catechol moieties was significantly improved with maintained antioxidation performance and solubility in THF after storing at 80 °C for 96 hours.

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The effects of balanced fertilization with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) on foxtail millet productivity and the soil environment under the same conditions of total nutrients have received limited research attention. Therefore, in this study, three balanced fertilization patterns of 27-14-10 (T1), 27-17-7 (T2), and 30-10-11 (T3), and one no fertilization treatment (CK), a total of four treatments, were set up through a two-year field experiment to study the effects of balanced fertilization patterns on foxtail millet yield and soil environment. Mantel analysis was conducted to reveal the correlation between soil environmental factors and the community and their contribution to productivity.

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Chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) have been proposed as a potential alternative in alleviating chromium (Cr) toxicity. However, the mechanisms underlying remains poorly understood. This study investigates the effects of CSNPs on carbon/nitrogen metabolism, cell wall Cr binding capacity, and antioxidant activity in Zea mays L.

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  • - Foxtail millet (Setaria italica) is an eco-friendly crop linked to food security and is useful for photosynthesis studies, but the impact of exogenous sucrose on its growth was previously unclear.
  • - Research involving physiological and molecular techniques revealed that sucrose treatment enhances photosynthesis in Jingu 21 seedlings by up-regulating several genes related to photosynthesis and carbohydrate metabolism.
  • - Key transcription factors like WRKYs and ERFs were identified as playing a significant role in this growth regulation, indicating that sucrose improves photosynthetic efficiency and could boost the yield of foxtail millet.
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Lysosomes have crucial roles in regulating eukaryotic metabolism and cell growth by acting as signalling platforms to sense and respond to changes in nutrient and energy availability. LYCHOS (GPR155) is a lysosomal transmembrane protein that functions as a cholesterol sensor, facilitating the cholesterol-dependent activation of the master protein kinase mechanistic target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1). However, the structural basis of LYCHOS assembly and activity remains unclear.

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The study established split-root system (SRS) in foxtail millet, and identified the molecular regulatory mechanisms and metabolic pathways related to systemic nitrogen signaling based on this system and transcriptome analysis. The growth of crops is primarily constrained by the availability of nitrogen (N), an essential nutrient. Foxtail millet (Setaria italica L.

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  • Grass damage limits foxtail millet production, and while chemical weeding is one solution, specific herbicides are still needed.
  • The study tested penoxsulam at five concentrations on Jingu 21 during its three-five leaf stage to evaluate its effects on growth and antioxidant capacity.
  • Results indicated that penoxsulam effectively controls certain weeds but negatively impacts millet growth as spraying amounts increase, suggesting 1/2X and 1X dosages are beneficial for weed management without harming the crop.
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  • Microplastics, tiny plastic pieces, are found a lot in strawberry greenhouses and can get on strawberries from the air.
  • Scientists tested different cleaning methods to see which one worked best to remove these microplastics from strawberries.
  • They found that soaking strawberries in water was the best way to clean them, being 1.3-2 times better than other methods like rinsing or using ultrasonic cleaning.
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  • Amino acid permeases (AAPs) are vital for transporting amino acids in plants, but studies on foxtail millet are less advanced compared to crops like rice.
  • This research identified two AAP transcripts that are induced by nitric oxide, with one (SiAAP9) transporting more amino acids and having a significant impact on seed growth.
  • SiAAP9 also showed increased tolerance to glutamate and histidine, and its enhanced amino acid transport capabilities suggest it could improve the nutritional quality of foxtail millet through selective breeding.
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Background: Histone ubiquitination modification is emerging as a critical epigenetic mechanism involved in a range of biological processes. In vitro reconstitution of ubiquitinated nucleosomes is pivotal for elucidating the influence of histone ubiquitination on chromatin dynamics.

Results: In this study, we introduce a Non-Denatured Histone Octamer Ubiquitylation (NDHOU) approach for generating ubiquitin or ubiquitin-like modified histone octamers.

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Biodegradable packaging materials from cellulose are eco-friendly alternatives to traditional petroleum-based plastics. Balancing its mechanical properties as well as protective values (antioxidation, oxygen barrier, etc.) is critical.

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The RSF complex belongs to the ISWI chromatin-remodeling family and is composed of two subunits: RSF1 (remodeling and spacing factor 1) and SNF2h (sucrose nonfermenting protein 2 homolog). The RSF complex participates in nucleosome spacing and assembly, and subsequently promotes nucleosome maturation. Although SNF2h has been extensively studied in the last few years, the structural and functional properties of the remodeler RSF1 still remain vague.

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Straw covering is a protective tillage measure in agricultural production, but there is relatively little research on the allelopathic effects of corn straw on weeds and foxtail millet. This experiment studied the allelopathic effects of corn straw on four weeds (, , and ) in foxtail millet fields, and also measured the growth indicators of foxtail millet. The study consisted of Petri dish and field experiments.

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Reactive oxygen species (ROS) is a chemically reactive chemical substance containing oxygen and a natural by-product of normal oxygen metabolism. Excessive ROS affect the growth process of crops, which will lead to the decrease of yield. Nitrogen, as a critical nutrient element in plants and plays a vital role in plant growth and crop production.

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Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most aggressive and prevalent primary malignant tumor of the central nervous system. Traditional chemotherapy has poor therapeutic effects and significant side effects due to drug resistance, the natural blood-brain barrier (BBB), and nonspecific distribution, leading to a lack of clinically effective therapeutic drugs. Here, 1430 small molecule compounds are screened based on a high-throughput drug screening platform and a novel anti-GBM drug, lomitapide (LMP) is obtained.

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Introduction: Selenium-enriched foxtail millet () represents a functional cereal with significant health benefits for humans. This study endeavors to examine the impact of foliar application of sodium selenite (NaSeO) on foxtail millet, specifically focusing on selenium (Se) accumulation and transportation within various plant tissues.

Methods: To unravel the molecular mechanisms governing selenium accumulation and transportation in foxtail millet, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of selenium content and transcriptome responses in foxtail millet spikelets across different days (3, 5, 7, and 12) under NaSeO treatment (200 μmol/L).

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  • The study identifies 16 ABI5 genes in foxtail millet and analyzes their sequences, structures, and replication, highlighting their close relationship with maize.
  • Promoter analysis shows that SiABI5 genes are involved in hormone and stress responses, indicating complex regulatory mechanisms.
  • Transgenic experiments reveal that overexpressing SiABI5.12 enhances tolerance to osmotic stress in Arabidopsis, suggesting its important role in abiotic stress responses in foxtail millet.
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